Law Reform Commission
‘Completely new compensation structure’ sought for victims of violent crime
Law Reform Commission says system must recognise non-physical forms of violence including emotional harm
TDs back Bill to appoint 21 additional judges
Figures show recruitment of 24 extra members of judiciary by previous government brought significant rise in court sittings
Ireland ranks high on rule of law, but justice weakens in most countries
Rule of Law Index warns of executive overreach eroding courts and freedoms
Ireland’s judge on Europe’s human rights court says court facing ‘serious test’
Event marking 50 years of Law Reform Commission hears of ‘chilling’ cases before human rights court
Legal world mourns late Court of Criminal Appeal judge Declan Budd
‘Human interactions, social and professional, were always a hugely significant part of his life as a lawyer,’ son tells mourners
The ‘honest belief’ defence in rape cases rewards ignorance and insensitivity
There is no other type of crime in which an accused person can rely on their own interpretation of events - even if there is no reasonable explanation for their belief
‘Honest belief’ rape defence: Advocacy groups welcome ‘necessary’ proposed law change
Removal of the defence ‘a crucial step’ towards survivor-centred justice system, says National Women’s Council
‘Honest belief’ of consent to sex may no longer be a defence in rape cases
Planned reform at advanced stage, with backing of Law Reform Commission
Is it time to acknowledge the legislative achievements of Charles Haughey?
Rite & Reason: He cured a social ill with the Succession Act, which stopped men from cutting their wives out of their will
Schools abuse report shows how the legal system hurts victims and must change
The system must be changed so victims don’t have to campaign for decades to get justice and redress and so those liable can be held to account
Law Reform Commission proposes new safeguarding body with power to go into homes to protect at-risk adults
Abuse and coercive control/exploitation of at-risk adults should be criminalised, says commission report
British Post Office scandal shattered lives. We need safeguards to stop it happening here
The affair should act as a warning for every organisation that relies on technology, for individuals and the Government
Ireland needs strong regulation, but we have too many regulators
Planning system needs to take into account national interest and can’t be a Nimby’s charter
‘I really miss my old life. I loved my job ... I miss working. I miss being pain free’
Hit-and-run victim Valerie McAllorum Ryan calls for changes to children’s sentencing laws after life-changing incident
Regency murder trial: Gerard Hutch acquittal puts Special Criminal Court under spotlight
Review may favour reform of non-jury court rather than abolition
Changes to compulsory purchase regime would speed up process, says commission
Land could be acquired despite disputes over title and the level of compensation to be paid
New legal framework considered for sports clubs, religious groups, NGOs and political parties
Law Reform Commission will not recommend compulsory incorporation for civil society groups
Move for sequestration of Enoch Burke’s assets for contempt may be a legal first
Lawyers are unaware of any previous sequestration application against an individual contemnor in Ireland
Judges to have power to set minimum sentences in murder cases under new proposals
The proposal is included among 159 actions in the Justice Plan 2022
Over 3,000 obsolete laws face removal from Irish statute books
Tooth theft law from 1836 among those Law Reform Commission wants abolished
Law Reform Commission seeks to widen response on overhaul of victim scheme
‘Plain English’ summary published of consulation paper for compensating crime victims
Plan that would tackle derelict buildings in towns is launched
Town Centre First policy will see regeneration officers employed in all councils
‘Shocking’ that just three portraits of women lawyers hang in King’s Inns
More portraits of women ‘vital’ 100 years after first female judges called to Bar
Proposed law could see ‘disruptive’ solicitors barred from client interviews
Oireachtas committee members criticise provisions in new Garda powers bill
OECD scores show Ireland must try harder on regulatory impact assessments
The organisation is pushing for Ireland to set up a new regulatory oversight body
Q&A: 'I am homeless but my brother was left my mother's house. Can I challenge her will?'
Legal route rarely a good first step but relations here seem beyond repair
New Chief Justice takes over at an exciting time for Supreme Court
Donal O’Donnell described as a cautious innovator and a ‘rock of common sense’
Harassment law ‘just not good enough’ in dealing with stalking
Senator Lisa Chambers brings forward Bill after hearing experiences of women affected by issue
Maureen Gaffney: ‘In middle age, you’re in your prime’
The psychologist’s new book is a love letter to humanity in all its stages
High Court judge David Barniville nominated to Court of Appeal
Government’s nomination will next go to President Michael D Higgins
Government suspends work of jury reform group due to ‘other priorities’
Group established to examine range of issues ceases work without delivering final report
Q&A: How will gardaí be able to demand passwords in investigations?
New Bill gives gardaí power to compel suspects reveal passwords to digital devices
‘Extraordinarily invasive’: Concerns over proposals to allow Garda demand passwords
Suspects who refuse to give passwords for digital devices face up to five years in prison
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