Court Procedures

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 24 July 2018

Tuesday, 24 July 2018

Ceisteanna (837)

Niall Collins

Ceist:

837. Deputy Niall Collins asked the Minister for Justice and Equality if there is a scheme to provide compensation to persons who give evidence in court cases and, as a result of same, experience a negative impact on their lives; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [33477/18]

Freagraí scríofa

Minister for Justice and Equality

As Deputy will be aware, the position is that the courts are, subject only to the Constitution and the law, independent in the exercise of their judicial functions and the conduct of any court case is a matter entirely for the presiding judge.