Lord Briggs to Lead UK Supreme Court | Nigeria News

Lord Briggs is set to become the UK’s next Supreme Court President, stepping in when Lord Reed retires in January 2027. A seasoned justice since 2017 with deep roots in commercial and chancery law—including overseeing Lehman Brothers’ insolvency—Briggs brings a rare blend of courtroom experience and civil justice reform expertise. From modernizing Chancery procedures to championing an online civil court, his track record speaks volumes. Appointed by the King on advice from the Prime Minister and Lord Chancellor after an independent review, this marks only the fourth presidency since the court’s founding in 2009—a momentous leadership transition for Britain’s highest legal body. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/b34eabcf5e11524d