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Ireland’s judiciary is in crisis, with the fewest judges per capita in the EU—just 3.6 per 100,000 people—and the slowest case clearance rates, leaving non-criminal cases backed up. The country also uniquely has more male than female judges, worsening access to justice. Despite recent efforts to add 20 new judges, the system still struggles, especially as new family courts launch in 2027. Meanwhile, police numbers haven’t kept pace with population growth since 2020, adding to systemic strain.

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