Bernard Durkan (Kildare North, Fine Gael)
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Question 359: To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform the precise timescale if known for the introduction of the Legal Ombudsman; if the appointment will be made in the near future; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2060/07]

Michael McDowell (Dublin South East, Progressive Democrats)
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The establishment of the office of Legal Services Ombudsman is provided for in the Civil Law (Miscellaneous Provisions) Bill 2006.

Appointment of the Legal Services Ombudsman will follow enactment of the Bill which is at present awaiting Committee Stage in the House.