Conor Lenihan (Dublin South West, Fianna Fail)

It will be followed through on a phased basis in the Cork and Limerick Circuit Courts. The probation and welfare service is in the process of appointing a family law coordinator who will liaise with the Judiciary on the service it should access. Referrals will be processed through the Courts Service and accompanied with a sworn affidavit by the applicant and the respondent. Hopefully, the pilot project will result in a permanent standing service, which the Minister and his officials wish to happen.

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