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Attorney general position advertised

Applications are currently being considered for a temporary replacement for the attorney general.

The Queen will appoint a temporary replacement for the suspended Stephen Harding.

He faces a series of charges relating to perjury, forgery and committing an act against public justice. 

Candidates must be qualified advocates with at least 10 years' experience at the Manx Bar. 

The successful applicant will be appointed for 12 months and will serve as a legal advisor to the Lieutenant Governor, Council of Ministers, government departments and statutory boards.

Duties also include representing the Crown in the prosecution of offences and responsibility for the drafting of bills for introduction into the legislature. 

The closing date for applications is Friday, December 7.

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