Chief Justice of Singapore
The Chief Justice of Singapore is the highest post in the judicial system of Singapore. The Chief Justice is appointed by the President, chosen from candidates recommended by the Prime Minister. The current Chief Justice is Sundaresh Menon.
Chief Justice of Singapore | |
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Style | The Honourable the Chief Justice |
Member of | Supreme Court of Singapore |
Appointer | Halimah Yacob (as President) |
Term length | Until age 65 |
Constituting instrument | Constitution of Singapore, art 94 |
Inaugural holder | Wee Chong Jin |
Formation | 9 August 1965 |
Salary | S$347,400 annually |
Website | www.supremecourt.gov.sg |