Curtin verdict - Judge’s role on bench is untenable

THE definitive verdict of the Supreme Court, rejecting an appeal by Judge Brian Curtin against the procedures of an Oireachtas Committee, has cleared the way for its probe to go ahead, something that will be greeted by a deep sense of public relief.

Significantly, this verdict is a milestone in the age-old debate on the thorny question: who judges the judges?

Ultimately, it could result in Judge Curtin’s removal from office for alleged misbehaviour.