asked the Minister for Justice if he will give details of the rationalisation programme which he intends carrying out in relation to the number of District Courts in the State; and if he will make a statement on the matter.
Written Answers. - Rationalisation of District Courts.
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There are some 250 District Court venues throughout the country and from a preliminary examination of the position I am satisfied that in present day conditions this is too many. I am, therefore, having a departmental review carried out to help in determining to what extent the number could be reduced. I expect the review to be completed in a few months and I would hope to announce my proposals soon afterwards.