Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 7 March 2017
106. Deputy Jackie Cahill asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Justice and Equality if a stamp issued by her Department can be given to appointed peace commissioners to allow them to carry out their duties in a professional manner; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [11415/17]
Amharc ar fhreagraPeace Commissioners are appointed under section 88 of the Courts of Justice Act, 1924. That legislation does not require that Peace Commissioners add a stamp to their signature and it is not a requirement of my Department that they have a stamp. A Peace Commissioner’s signature is the only official requirement.
No case has been made to me that a stamp is necessary and I do not intend to amend the legislation relating to Peace Commissioners at this time. Nonetheless, I will keep the matter under review.
