Patricia Ryan
Ceist:1386. Deputy Patricia Ryan asked the Minister for Justice if a list of active peace commissioners will be made available to the public online ; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [42511/22]
Amharc ar fhreagraThursday, 8 September 2022
Ceisteanna (1386)
Freagraí scríofa
I can advise the Deputy that my Department maintains the Roll of Peace Commissioners and while every effort is made to keep this Roll up to date, the records do not always reflect the actual situation on the ground. This is because the Department is reliant on the Peace Commissioners themselves and other interested parties advising of changes in the personal circumstances of individual Peace Commissioners since their appointment.
My Department is currently updating the Roll of Peace Commissioners, an exercise that is expected will take some time. When completed, consideration will be given to making the register available online.
Anyone wishing to avail of the services of a Peace Commissioner can contact their local Garda Station who may be able to provide the name and address of a Peace Commissioner in their area. Alternatively, they may contact the Peace Commissioner Unit in my Department which is pleased to assist individuals who require the services of a Peace Commissioner. The Peace Commissioner Unit in my Department can be contacted by emailing peacecommissioners@justice.ie or info@justice.ie.