What kind of cases does the ICJ hear?
The ICJ can determine any question of international law, provided the States parties to the dispute have consented. Recent ICJ cases have included disputes concerning territorial boundaries, maritime delimitation, State immunity, consular rights and the use of force. What is the UK’s relationship with the ICJ? The UK has accepted the ICJ’s “compulsory” jurisdiction. The British judge, Dame Rosalyn Higgins, is the first female judge at the Court. The British Embassy reports on developments in cases before the ICJ and acts as a liaison point during the conduct of any cases involving the UK. What contribution does the ICJ make to international relations? The ICJ provides a valuable means of peaceful international dispute settlement and has, through its decisions, contributed significantly to the development of international law. International Criminal Tribunal for the Former Yugoslavia (ICTY) Established in 1993 by the UN Security Council, the ICTY has tried, to date, over 50 individuals
