I would like to discuss the rules in respect of wearing wigs. A judge was recently reported to have criticised a barrister for not wearing a wig in the District Court, but my understanding is that it is not required. It is true that one does not have to wear a wig. Many barristers or senior counsel do not wear wigs. It is a matter of choice. The Senator who raised this matter was right to do so. A policy of recognising that people can be intimidated in court should be promoted to a greater extent. As part of the process of reform, we should recognise that it is desirable that ordinary people feel that the legal system is fair – they should have confidence in it.