Basic Law

Israeli judicial reform bill will split into two, Yariv Levin confirms

The coalition will likely first focus on changing the makeup of the judicial appointments committee and limiting the High Court of Justice's power to strike down laws, according to a report.

Judicial reform change offers concession – here’s why critics rejected it

Former justice minister Gideon Sa'ar rejected the change, saying that "there is no fundamental change in MK Rothman's 'new' proposal.

Basic Law for basic laws: Solving Israel's judicial reform dispute - opinion

Such a plan to solve the judicial crisis seizes the moral high ground by creating a system that is not only just but simple and stable.

By MICHAEL SEGAL
06/02/2023

MKs clash over judge selection in law committee session

Committee chairman Simcha Rothman introduced an analysis that compared judicial review in other countries.

Gov't aims to reappoint disgraced Deri by amending Basic Law

The accompanying text that explains the law argues that the appointment and removal of ministers are at the "heart of democratic activity."

Gantz to Netanyahu: Form multi-party committee to debate judicial reform

Gantz's proposal came after Justice Minister Yariv Levin announced his plan for legal reform on Wednesday evening.

Deri's criminal offenses make minister appointment unreasonable - A-G

Attorney-General Gali Baharav-Miara also referred to the legal process of allowing Deri's appointment as "changing the 'rules of the game.'"

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