Dáil Éireann debate -
Tuesday, 10 Jun 2003

Vol. 568 No. 1

Written Answers. - Board Appointments.

John Gormley

Question:

684 Mr. Gormley asked the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform if there is a prohibition on High Court judges sitting on company or university boards; his views on whether such a prohibition is desirable in order to avoid a possible conflict of interest; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [15778/03]

Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform (Mr. McDowell)

Article 35.3 of the Constitution provides, inter alia, that no judge shall “hold any other office or position of emolument”.