Under the programme for Government heading of courts and law reform, there is a proposal to reduce excessive delays in trials and court proceedings, including trial hearings. Part of that is to improve the infrastructures of the Courts Service. In Tralee town we have a very centrally located courthouse which is in dire need of upgrading. I believe that the possibility of moving that service out of the town is being investigated. I ask the Minister to engage with the Minister for Justice and Equality, Deputy Flanagan, to ensure this courthouse stays within the town centre as it is a central part of the town's life.

I will certainly bring that to the attention of the Minister of Justice and Equality, Deputy Flanagan.