Judicial Appointments

Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 30 April 2014

Wednesday, 30 April 2014

Questions (615)

Bernard Durkan

Question:

615. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Justice and Equality the number of judicial vacancies at District Court, Circuit Court and higher courts; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [19588/14]

Written answers

Minister for Justice and Equality

The Government recently nominated two District Court judges who are due to be appointed shortly to fill two vacancies in the District Court. There are currently no vacancies in the Supreme Court, the High Court and the Circuit Court.