Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 4 March 2014
308. Deputy Mary Lou McDonald asked the Minister for Justice and Equality if he will set out the appeals process where an eligible applicant to the Magdalene laundry redress scheme decides to appeal a decision to the Ombudsman. [10541/14]
View answerAny applicant to the Restorative Justice Scheme who does not agree with the provisional assessment made by the Restorative Justice Implementation Unit, on whether she comes within the scope of the scheme or the duration of her stay in one of the relevant institutions, can seek a review of that assessment. The applicant should set out in writing the reason why she does not agree with the provisional assessment issued to her by the Restorative Justice Implementation Unit. Her case will then be reviewed by an officer of a higher grade who, having considered the matter, will make a decision on the case and give written reasons for that decision. The applicant will be informed in writing of the decision, and the reasons for the decision. She will also be advised that if she is not satisfied with the review decision, she may appeal to the Office of the Ombudsman. Contact details for the Office of the Ombudsman will be provided to her.
