New Judge of Appeal appointed

Wednesday, 3 August 2022 07:35

By Meg Walker

Anthony Cross QC has been appointed as the new Judge of Appeal in the Isle of Man.

He succeeds Jeremy Storey QC who has held the position of Judge of Appeal for the last five years.

His Honour Judge Cross QC has been appointed by Her Majesty The Queen and will act as a Judge of the High Court, presiding over the Appeal Division.

Commenting on the position, he says he is 'honoured and delighted to have the opportunity of moving to the Island and taking advantage of all the Isle of Man has to offer.’

The official swearing in will take place on Monday, October 10.

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