Submitted by Seána McLaughlin on Saturday 3rd January 2026
Published on Wednesday 11th February 2026
Current status: Open
Open until: Tuesday 11th August 2026
Current Signatures: 50
(count is updated approximately hourly)
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Require all new magistrates to hold a law degree or independent legal experience
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