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Justice minister reviews High Court ruling on legal aid

Minister Jim O'Callaghan is examining a recent High Court judgment concerning the Criminal Legal Aid Scheme. The court has requested additional submissions before finalising its decision, amid ongoing discussions with the Law Society of Ireland over scheme adjustments.

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Justice minister reviews High Court ruling on legal aid
The Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration, Jim O'Callaghan, is currently reviewing a High Court ruling delivered today regarding the Criminal Legal Aid Scheme.

The court has called for further submissions from the involved parties prior to issuing any final orders, signalling an ongoing judicial examination of the matter.

Meanwhile, certain elements of the new scheme have already been revised, and continuous consultations are underway with the Law Society of Ireland to address remaining concerns and improve the framework.
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