FE-1 Constitutional Law case studies
FE-1 Constitutional Law · Put your knowledge to work in context.
This page is an independent study resource for candidates preparing for the FE-1 Constitutional Law sitting. The FE-1 is the first part of the Law Society of Ireland's professional qualification pathway for trainee solicitors, and the Law Society describes its role as the regulatory, educational and membership body for Irish solicitors. The FE-1 Constitutional Law case studies are 5 cases and about 4,269 words.
1The Communications Data Retention Bill and Article 26 Reference
The Oireachtas passes the Communications Data Retention Bill 2025. It requires telecom providers to retain metadata - call times, locations, and durations - for 24 months.
863 words, about 4 min2The Coastal Property Tax Rebate and Equality
The Local Property Tax (Coastal Communities) Act 2025 grants a 30% property tax rebate to homeowners whose properties lie within two kilometres of a designated coastal erosion zone. Renters in the same zone receive no direct rebate.
866 words, about 4 min3The Minister's Fee-Setting Power and the Inspection Levy
The Animal Health Act 2024 establishes a licensing scheme for dog breeders. Section 12 states: 'The Minister may by regulations prescribe fees for licences under this Act.' The Act does not state any principles or policies for setting fees, beyond a long title referring to 'animal welfare and responsible breeding.' The Minister makes the Dog Breeding Licensing Regulations 2025, setting fees at €500 for breeders with more than 10 breeding bitches and €50 for smaller breeders.
839 words, about 4 min4The Tribunal's Confidential Annex and Fair Procedures
A statutory tribunal of inquiry is established under the Tribunals of Inquiry Act 2024 to investigate procurement irregularities in a local council. Its terms of reference allow it to make findings of 'improper conduct' against named individuals.
830 words, about 4 min5The Vaccine Facility Protest Exclusion Zone
Under the Public Health Act 2020, the Minister for Health makes the Vaccine Facility Protection Order 2025. The order prohibits 'assemblies of more than 10 persons within 500 metres of any designated vaccine storage facility' for six months.
871 words, about 4 min