New Drogheda courthouse first of seven to open as part of 2012 programme

Minister for Justice and Equality, Charlie Flanagan (pictured), who officially opened the new courthouse, said: “This project is one of a number courthouse projects announced by the Government in 2012. In seven locations around the country Public Private Partnerships will deliver new courthouses or substantial refurbishments. In terms of scale, the Courts Public Private Partnership Bundle project is the largest capital building project ever undertaken by the Courts Service, delivering a total of 31 courtrooms and 36,000 m2 of accommodation nationwide.”

He added: “This is the first courthouse to be completed under the programme announced in 2012 and I acknowledge that my timing is good as I have the privilege of formally opening this building, just a month after being appointed Minister for Justice and Equality.

“Construction is underway on the other six sites and these are due to be completed before the end of the year. These new and refurbished courthouses are a lasting testament to the commitment of the Courts Service Board and the Courts Service staff to the delivery of improved standards and services to all.

“The opening of this new courthouse in Drogheda is an example of the Government’s commitment to improve access to justice and it illustrates the work that has been done with the Courts Service and the Judiciary in this regard.”