Charles Flanagan (Laois-Offaly, Fine Gael)
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Peace Commissioners are appointed by the Minister for Justice and Equality under Section 88 of the Courts of Justice Act, 1924.

While every effort is made to maintain accuracy, it should be noted that Peace Commissioner records are appointment based and they do not always reflect the actual situation on the ground because the Department is reliant on the Peace Commissioners and other interested parties to advise of changes in circumstances which may occur subsequent to appointment.

Individuals requesting the services of a Peace Commissioner are advised to contact local Gardaí to ensure that a particular listed individual is active and available. The details of appointed Peace Commissioners are also retained by the Peace Commissioner Unit in my Department and my officials are happy to assist individuals who require the services of a Peace Commissioner. They can be contacted on (01) 4768637 or at info@justice.ie

This response interprets the Deputy’s question as relating to the number of Peace Commissioners appointed in each county and sub-district between 2017 and 2020 to date.

The total number of Peace Commissioners appointed between 2017 and 2020 to date is 344.

The total number of Peace Commissioners appointed so far in 2020 is 38.

The total number of Peace Commissioners appointed in 2019 is 116.

The total number of Peace Commissioners appointed in 2018 is 121.

The total Number of Peace Commissioners appointed in 2017 is 69

Note: some Sub-districts are not identified in the table below.

Peace Commissioners appointed during 2017 and 2020 to date: