Brendan Griffin
Ceist:561. Deputy Brendan Griffin asked the Minister for Justice and Equality when the legal services authority will be in place; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [21814/15]
Amharc ar fhreagraTuesday, 9 June 2015
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Freagraí scríofa
The Legal Services Regulation Bill 2011 completed its passage through the Dáil on 22 April. It completed Second Stage in the Seanad on 12 May 2015. Preparations for the establishment of the new and independent Legal Services Regulatory Authority are ongoing, including in conjunction with the Department of Public Expenditure and Reform. An allocation of €500,000 has been made under the Justice Vote by way of start-up support. It is the intention that the passage of the Bill through the Oireachtas be completed so that the new Legal Services Regulatory Authority can come into operation without delay this year.