Thomas Gould (Cork North Central, Sinn Fein)
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160. To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Justice and Equality if the certificate confirming a person as a peace commissioner is a once-off document; the location in which a person can request a new copy. [26619/22]

Helen McEntee (Meath East, Fine Gael)
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As the Deputy may be aware, Peace Commissioners are appointed by the Minister for Justice under section 88 of the Courts of Justice Act 1924, for the county in which they reside and adjoining counties. A Peace Commissioner is an honorary appointment and those appointed receive no remuneration or compensation by way of fees or expenses for their services.

The appointment of a Peace Commissioner is entirely at my discretion as the Minister for Justice, however, the fact that an applicant or nominee may be suitable for appointment does not, in itself, provide any entitlement to appointment as a Peace Commissioner.

The Warrant of Appointment for a Peace Commissioner is a unique document and as such, replacement warrants are not issued. If a Peace Commissioner misplaces their warrant they can write to my Department requesting a letter confirming their inclusion on the Roll of Peace Commissioners.