THE Law Association of TT (LATT) says, based on the information surrounding the appointment of Justice Ronnie Boodoosingh as Chief Justice of TT, it cannot conclude that a reasonable process of consultation was done before the substantive appointment was made.

In a statement on October 23, the association congratulated Boodoosingh on his appointment and commended the choice. However, it said it took note of the “hastened and truncated process which led to his appointment.”

LATT said Section 102 of the Constitution required the President to consult with the prime minister and leader of the opposition regarding the appointment of a chief justice.