Question 1

What does the Civil Law (Miscellaneous Provisions) Bill 2021 do?

Accepted Answer

Allows temporary sale of alcohol in outdoor seating areas linked to licensed premises during Covid-19, deeming them part of licensed premises and enabling enforcement of licensing obligations. Grants gardaí powers to direct compliance with licensing laws in outdoor areas, demand proof of authorisation, and issue fines up to €2,500 or six-month imprisonment for non-compliance. Increases maximum ordinary High Court judges from 37 to 42 and permits government to appoint additional judges beyond that maximum to address pandemic-related case backlog.

Question 2

What stage is the Civil Law (Miscellaneous Provisions) Bill 2021 at?

Accepted Answer

As of 11 Sep 2024, the Civil Law (Miscellaneous Provisions) Bill 2021 is at Enacted. Once a bill passes every stage in both Houses of the Oireachtas and is signed by the President, it becomes law.

Question 3

Who introduced the Civil Law (Miscellaneous Provisions) Bill 2021?

Accepted Answer

The Civil Law (Miscellaneous Provisions) Bill 2021 was sponsored by Minister for Justice, and was introduced on 28 Jun 2021.

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