On 16 January, European Commissioner for Democracy, Justice and Rule of Law, Michael Mc Grath, and his delegation met with Hugh Dockry, Head of the EJN Secretariat at Eurojust’s premises, marking the start of his mandate.
The meeting between the two Irish citizens addressed EJN’s contribution to global judicial cooperation in criminal matters, with an outline of the challenges and key priorities of the Commission.
Hugh also had to opportunity to speak with the Special Advisor to the Commissioner, Mr. Kevin Barrett.
The Commissioner was making his first visit to Eurojust and was received by the new President, Michael Schmid, the two Vice-Presidents and Mr. Vincent Jamin, Administrative Director of Eurojust.