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Special Criminal Court to be renewed after Seanad backs Justice Acts

The Seanad has approved the renewal of the Offences Against the State and Criminal Justice Acts, paving the way for the non-jury Special Criminal Court to be renewed for another year.

Special Criminal Court to be renewed after Seanad backs Justice Acts

Mon, 29 Jun, 2020 - 22:30

Paul Hosford

Justice Minister Helen McEntee said the legislation was necessary for gardaí to fight crime.

The Seanad has approved the renewal of the Offences Against the State and Criminal Justice Acts, paving the way for the non-jury Special Criminal Court to be renewed for another year.

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