The search has begun in Bermuda and overseas for a replacement for Chief Justice Ian Kawaley.

The Judicial and Legal Services Committee today said the recruitment process is under way, after Mr Justice Kawaley announced he would be stepping down next July.

The committee stated: “A recruitment process is under way to fill the post of Chief Justice which will be vacated by the incumbent Ian Kawaley on July 14, 2018.

“The Chief Justice Kawaley had already advised the Governor of his intention to step down in July 2018, having been appointed in April 2012 on the understanding that he would serve for a term of not less than five years.

“The post will be advertised locally and internationally today.”