Explanatory Memorandum

Justice Act (Northern Ireland) 2016

2016 CHAPTER 21

12 May 2016

Schedules

Schedule 3

The Prison Ombudsman

Paragraph 3: Term of office

This paragraph sets out that the appointment will be for a single term of seven years. This term is in line with arrangements for comparable post-holders, and is considered to support the independence of the office, as there is no provision for a second term.