Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 30 September 2020
205. Deputy David Cullinane asked the Minister for Justice the steps that can be taken regarding health and safety concerns raised in correspondence (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [27524/20]
View answerThe Legal Aid Board provides legal advice and aid under the Civil Legal Aid Act 1995 and the Civil Legal Aid Regulations 1996-2017. The Board delivers these services through directly employed solicitors in its network of law centres around the country and through private solicitors from its private practitioner panels.
Section 3(3) of the Act provides that the Board shall, subject to the provisions of this Act, be independent in the exercise of its functions.
However, to be of assistance to the Deputy, I have had enquiries made with the Legal Aid Board, and I am informed that the Board is dealing with the matter to which the Deputy refers. I understand that it has sought to obtain a new office premises as the existing location is no longer suitable for its needs. I am further informed that Legal Aid Board management is currently engaging with staff of the law centre on the matter.
