On promised legislation, and arising from concerns expressed by the Chief Justice, is it intended to bring forward any of the Bills that may have a bearing on backlogs or waiting lists in the various courts, particularly the higher courts? I refer specifically to the courts (consolidation and reform) Bill, criminal procedure Bill and Probation Service Bill. Is it intended to bring forward selected elements of this promised legislation to address the issues raised by the Chief Justice?

All the Bills to which the Deputy refers are being worked on. I referred yesterday to the intention, as set out by the Government, in respect of establishing a court of civil appeal. This will require a referendum, which we hope to hold in the autumn. The Minister for Justice and Equality is actively working on the matter.