Irish courts news is changing quickly, with several updates affecting family law, criminal proceedings, jury service and personal insolvency lists across the country. The latest notices from the Courts Service include temporary cancellations at Dublin’s Dolphin House, altered court dates and important adjournment information for court users.
Anyone involved in a listed matter should check the official notice carefully and confirm arrangements directly with the relevant court office, solicitor or legal representative.
Irish courts news: Dublin Dolphin House family law sittings cancelled
The Courts Service has advised that District Court family law Courts 40 and 49 at Dolphin House, Dublin, were unable to sit on 21 October 2026. The court office remains open, and domestic violence applications are being prioritised.
Similar cancellations were recorded on 16, 19 and 20 October. A further notice on 15 October stated that Courts 40, 47 and 49 were unavailable. These notices are particularly significant for people involved in urgent family law or domestic violence proceedings.
- The Dolphin House office remains open.
- Domestic violence applications are being prioritised.
- Court users should contact the office or their legal representative for case-specific guidance.
What affected court users should do
A cancellation notice does not necessarily mean that every legal issue is resolved or automatically rescheduled in the same way. Parties should retain any summonses and court documents, monitor official Courts Service announcements and seek legal advice where necessary. The Legal Aid Board and Citizens Information Board may also provide information about available supports, although eligibility and services vary.
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Regional Irish courts news and scheduled changes
Other notices concern court sittings and listing arrangements in Sligo, Meath, Cork, Carlow and Kildare.
Sligo Circuit Court special sitting
A special criminal sitting of Sligo Circuit Court is scheduled for Tuesday, 6 April 2027. The announcement was issued on 20 October 2026.
Trim personal insolvency list
The Trim Personal Insolvency list on Monday, 19 October 2026, was scheduled to begin at noon and break for lunch from 1pm until 2:15pm.
Cork jury service date changed
Members of Cork Criminal Jury Panel 36 were informed that their jury service date changed from 19 October to 20 October 2026, with attendance required at 10:30am.
Carlow and Kildare adjournments
Matters listed at Carlow District Court on 14 October were adjourned to 28 October 2026 at 10:30am. In Kildare, cases listed at Naas District Court for 14 October were generally adjourned to 5 May 2027, except for new charge sheets listed on 15 October. The applications list was adjourned to 15 October 2026.
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How to verify a court listing
- Read the latest notice published by the Courts Service.
- Check the court location, courtroom and date carefully.
- Contact the relevant court office if the notice is unclear.
- Speak with a solicitor or legal adviser about the effect on your case.
The Courts Service provides official information about court administration, while An Garda Síochána, Tusla and other public bodies may be relevant depending on the circumstances. Notices should not be treated as legal advice.
Key takeaway
The latest Irish courts news highlights the importance of checking official updates before attending a hearing. From Dolphin House family law cancellations to changes affecting jury service and regional court lists, dates can change at short notice. Court users should rely on the Courts Service, the relevant court office and qualified legal advice for the most accurate information.