Dáil Éireann debate -
Wednesday, 16 Apr 1997

Vol. 477 No. 6

Written Answers. - Courts Jurisdiction.

Joe Walsh

Question:

94 Mr. J. Walsh asked the Minister for Justice the plans, if any, she has, to extend the jurisdiction of the Clonakilty District Court area, County Cork; whether Clonakilty Courthouse will be refurbished; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [10112/97]

Minister for Justice (Mrs. Owen)

I have no plans to extend the jurisdiction of the Clonakilty District Court area. Clonakilty courthouse is scheduled for refurbishment work as part of my Department's ongoing courts building programme. Cork County Council has been asked to prepare plans for the proposed works.