The Government has made the decision to advise the President of Ireland to appoint solicitors Sandra Murphy and Alec Gabbett as judges of the District Court.
Alec Gabbett is a partner at Leahy Reidy Solicitors in Limerick. He chairs mental health tribunals at the Mental Health Commission and is a Notary Public.
Solicitor Sandra Murphy practises at Gilmartin & Murphy Solicitors in Kiltimagh and is an active member of the Mayo Solicitors’ Bar Association.
Judge Brian O'Shea has finished his assignment to District 23 (Wexford) with effect from 20 October.
Judge John Cheatle has been assigned to District 23 (Wexford) and Judge Treasa Kelly has been assigned to the Dublin Metropolitan District with immediate effect.