British Supreme Court

The British Supreme Court is the highest court in the United Kingdom for civil and criminal cases. It serves as the final court of appeal, meaning its decisions can only be overturned by special legal procedures or the UK Parliament. Established in 2009, it replaced the judicial functions previously performed by the House of Lords. The court ensures consistent interpretation of law across the UK and hears important cases that have broad legal or constitutional significance. Its role is to provide authoritative rulings that uphold the rule of law and protect individual rights within the UK’s legal framework.