Stokes Appointed Peace Commissioner

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ress release from Cllr Stephen Stokes, issued on Wednesday, May 24th 2023…

Cllr Stephen Stokes has been appointed as a Peace Commissioner.

Cllr Stokes stated: “It is a great honour to be entrusted with this additional responsibility. I would like to thank the Minister for Justice, Simon Harris, for this appointment.”

A Peace Commissioner is an honorary appointment, under Section 88 of the Courts of Justice Act 1924. They are responsible for a number of tasks including; taking statutory declarations and oaths, witnessing signatures on documents required by various authorities, and signing certificates and orders under a range of Acts.

Cllr Paul O’Brien of the Wicklow Municipal District is also a Peace Commissioner. Speaking about the appointment, Cllr O’Brien added: “I would like to wish Cllr Stephen Stokes the very best in this new role. I am sure that he will carry out the duties with distinction.”

Cllr Stephen Stokes paid tribute to Cllr Paul O’Brien and all other Peace Commissioners who serve the community in this voluntary capacity.

Cllr Stephen Stokes has already had several local people requiring a Peace Commissioner signature.

“Quite a number of people have been referred to me, and I am delighted to help out. I offer monthly advice clinics in Greystones, Newcastle and Delgany, in case anyone wishes to pop along and avail of my services. The clinics take place on the second Saturday of each month.”

Anyone who would like to contact Cllr Stephen Stokes can reach him on email here.