Calls for modern judiciary; LAW.Byline: By COLM KELPIE kel·pie 1 also kel·py n. pl. kel·pies A malevolent water spirit of Scottish legend, usually having the shape of a horse and rejoicing in or causing drownings. NOTHING has been done to modernise the judiciary and open up the legal profession to minorities, it was claimed yesterday. The Irish Council for Civil Liberties This article or section needs sources or references that appear in reliable, third-party publications. Alone, primary sources and sources affiliated with the subject of this article are not sufficient for an accurate encyclopedia article. said appointments to the bench must reflect Ireland's diverse society. The rights watchdog warned greater access to the legal profession should be provided for minorities and those on low incomes. Mark Kelly, ICCL director, said: "The judiciary we currently have is a reflection of legal education and practice from 40 years ago and more, and now we need to be looking to the future." A seminar on the issue will take place tomorrow in the Law Library, Dublin. |
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