Brace of significant reports indicate Republic may require up to 108 additional judges
Minister for Justice Simon Harris told a conference of judges and lawyers in Dublin on Friday the Government will appoint 24 additional judges this year. And subject to review and assessment of progress towards change, possibly another 20 next year which would increase judicial numbers from 173 to 217.
Both reports noted stark variations in waiting times for domestic violence applications in the District Courts in 2021, ranging from a same-day hearing in Dublin and speedy hearings in 14 other districts, including Athlone, Castlebar and Clonakilty, up to a 26-week wait for a hearing in Nenagh. The OECD suggested a likely need for an extra 36-108 judges here as well as more support staff, streamlined court operations and long-term planning.
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