Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 23 January 2024
415. Deputy Pa Daly asked the Minister for Justice if she will consider law reform in the area of summary judgements, and in particular if she will consider removing ordinary household mortgage holders from being affected by same. [2395/24]
View answerI wish to advise the Deputy that the Government is committed to facilitating easier, speedier access to justice for both individuals and businesses.
However, Summary judgments are covered by Rules of Court and are therefore a matter for the Courts Service and the judiciary, who are independent in exercising their functions under the Courts Service Act 1998 and given the separation of powers in the Constitution.
While all legislation is kept under review, there are no plans to amend the law governing summary judgements at this time.
