Sir Hugh Wooding

Sir Hugh Wooding

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Sir Hugh Wooding was a prominent Caribbean jurist who served as the first Chief Justice of Trinidad and Tobago after its independence in 1962. He played a crucial role in shaping the legal landscape of the nation and was known for his dedication to justice and the rule of law. Wooding's legacy includes significant contributions to the development of the Caribbean legal system, and he was one of the distinguished judges who sat on the Judicial Committee of the Privy Council (JCPC).

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Sir Hugh Wooding is an eminent judge from the Caribbean who has sat on the JCPC.

Lord Reed | Accessibility is not limited to where the JCPC sits | Commentary
The Gleaner – major Jamaican newspaper, est. 1834·JamaicaJamaica· 2026-09-24
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