Appointed by the President, acting on the binding advice of the Government
Authorized by
Article 34 of the Constitution Courts (Establishment and Constitution) Act 1961
Appeals from
Court of Appeal High Court
Judge term length
Once appointed, a judge may only be removed by the Oireachtas for stated misbehaviour or incapacity. Mandatory retirement on reaching 70 years of age.
Number of positions
10 and 2 ex officio members
Website
supremecourt.ie
Chief Justice
Currently
Donal O'Donnell
Since
11 October 2021 (2021-10-11)
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