Courts Service
Dail Éireann — 2026-01-27
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Matt Carthy (SF), Cavan-Monaghan

Many people will be surprised to learn that there is no set quality or standard in respect of interpretation and translation in legal proceedings in this State. Many would argue it is undermining our criminal justice system. Is it the Minister's intention to bring forward legislation or regulations on the use of language interpreters in court?

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Sitting date: 2026-01-27