Member of Parliament Alex Norris delivered a speech on the occasion of taking the oath as Lord Chancellor of Great Britain. The ceremony took place at the Royal Courts of Justice — a historic building where similar official events for representatives of the country's highest judicial and legal authorities are traditionally held. The position of Lord Chancellor is one of the oldest state offices in Great Britain and entails responsibility for the judicial system, appointment of judges, and protection of judicial independence. The Lord Chancellor also traditionally sits in the Cabinet and serves as the Minister of Justice. Alex Norris's assumption of office was part of the process of forming government structures and positioning key figures in the state administration system. In his speech, he emphasized the importance of the rule of law and commitment to principles of justice in carrying out his new duties. Details about the content of the address and further plans for his role as Lord Chancellor remain limited, however, the ceremony itself confirms the official beginning of his work in this new capacity.