Attorney General

The Attorney General is the Government's Chief lawyer and legal advisor. Like the Chief Whip, although not a Cabinet level office or Minister on its own, at the discretion of the PM and Cabinet the holder is often or permanently invited to attend Cabinet sessions.

The Attorney General oversees no Ministry or Department however plays a key role by acting as the government's chief counsel - advising them on legislation and legal issues. The Attorney General may also represent the Government of the day in court against charges brought against it.