Cambridge-educated Dame Ingrid Simler to become Supreme Court justice

University of Cambridge-educated Dame Ingrid Simler, who became a barrister more than 35 years ago, has been made a Supreme Court justice.

She will replace Lord Kitchin, who recently retired.

The 60-year-old mother of four, who read law at Sidney Sussex College and was a High Court judge between late 2013 and mid-2019, is the fifth woman to become a Supreme Court justice.

There are currently 10 male justices and one woman – Lady Rose.

The King made the appointment, on the advice of the Prime Minister and Lord Chancellor, following recommendations by an independent selection commission. The announcement was made by 10 Downing Street.

Supreme Court President Lord Reed said: “I am delighted to welcome Lady Justice Simler as a Justice to the Supreme Court.”

He added: “She will bring exceptional experience and ability to the court following a distinguished career as a barrister and judge.

“Her experience in employment law, tax, public law and criminal law will be highly valuable to the Supreme Court and will further strengthen us as a world-leading court.”