Jim O'Callaghan
Question:1432. Deputy Jim O'Callaghan asked the Minister for Justice if a person (details supplied) will be considered for the position of Peace Commissioner; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [43400/22]
View answerThursday, 8 September 2022
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As the Deputy will be aware, Peace Commissioners are appointed by the Minister for Justice under section 88 of the Courts of Justice Act 1924. The Office of Peace Commissioner is an honorary appointment and Peace Commissioners receive no remuneration or compensation by way of fees or expenses for their services.
An application for appointment may be made by an individual on their own behalf or they may be nominated by a third party.
While there are no specific qualifying criteria appointees are required to be of good character, well established within the area and available to the local community. The fact that an applicant or nominee may be suitable for appointment does not, in itself, provide any entitlement to appointment as appointments are made entirely at the discretion of the Minister for Justice. Factors such as the need for appointments in a particular area and regional requirements are also taken into account.
I can confirm to the Deputy that my Department has received an application from the individual referred to and this application is currently being processed.