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Justice Minister Jim O’Callaghan announced a revised approach to juvenile justice, emphasizing that detention should be a last resort while acknowledging its necessity in certain cases to address youths currently outside state support systems.

Ireland's Justice Minister Jim O’Callaghan met with the society on Monday and agreed to reforms for the criminal legal aid scheme, which began at the start of the month.

Ireland's Justice Minister has stated he will not reverse the new flat-fee legal aid system, despite pressure from solicitors. The minister affirmed his commitment to the revised fee structure.

Ireland's Justice Minister has disputed claims of a solicitor exodus due to reforms in legal aid payments. The Law Society, however, has questioned the data relied upon by Jim O’Callaghan to justify the new payment model, indicating ongoing disagreement over the impact of the reforms.

Ireland's Justice Minister is proposing an increase in the flat fee for criminal legal aid in an effort to halt ongoing protests by solicitors. The minister aims to address concerns raised by legal professionals regarding their remuneration.

Ireland's Justice Minister, Jim O’Callaghan, received four free tickets to rugby matches and his department was gifted nearly €300 worth of wine from a prominent law firm this year.

Ireland's Justice Minister Jim O’Callaghan met with families affected by the Creeslough explosion and will consider holding an inquiry into the tragedy.

Ireland's justice minister has announced the launch of an online child maintenance calculator to help parents agree on fair payment amounts.

Ireland's Justice Minister confirmed that 158 criminals have been removed from the State this year, with deportations increasing and 42 sex offenders leaving under Operation Moonridge.

Further discussions are anticipated between Ireland's Justice Minister and legal professionals regarding an ongoing dispute over fees.

Ireland's justice minister has described as 'unusual' a single speed camera responsible for issuing over 30,000 fines, amidst claims of confusion arising from a sudden transition in speed limits from 100 km/h to 80 km/h at its location.

Ireland's Justice Minister is facing accusations of adopting a 'Cromwellian' approach to legal aid reforms, amidst ongoing action in Wicklow.

Ireland's Justice Minister is reportedly finalizing a new flat fee structure for criminal legal aid lawyers as court protests continue to escalate, prompting the Justice Committee to summon the Minister for an urgent meeting.

Ireland's Justice Minister Jim O'Callaghan acknowledged that the country failed to keep prison capacity in line with population increase.

Northern Ireland's Justice Minister Naomi Long stated that dissident groups, despite their small numbers, still possess the capacity and desire to carry out attacks on police.

Ireland's Justice Minister has confirmed that Longford is a leading 'priority' for government bosses as the long-awaited dedicated domestic violence facility nears completion.

Ireland's Justice Minister has committed to considering issues raised by solicitors after a critical meeting on legal reforms. This comes ahead of planned work stoppages by solicitors this week.

Ireland's Justice Minister Jim O’Callaghan stated he is "not prepared to rule out" the implementation of controversial EU migrant return hubs. This indicates a potential shift in policy regarding migration management.

Calls from a Cavan-Monaghan TD have prompted Ireland's Justice Minister to consider introducing new legislation that would require character references to be given under oath.

Ireland's Justice Minister's threat to deploy the Army has been cited as a reason for the escalating and more resolute stance of fuel-price protesters.

Naomi Long, Northern Ireland's justice minister, stated that despite their small numbers, dissident groups still possess the 'capacity and desire' to attack police, remaining committed to destruction and violence.