Third Programme of Law Reform 2008-2014

third programme of law reform 2008-201431 Legal Aspects of Assisted Human ReproductionThis project will examine the need for regulation of assisted human reproductionin Ireland, taking into account general policy reviews already done in this area.The project will include the legal aspects of sperm donation, surrogacy andrelated issues such as consent. The Commission will consult with those whohave particular expertise in the scientific and medical aspects of this area.32 PrivacyThis project will build on previous work by the Commission under the FirstProgramme of Law Reform in which it completed an examination of privacyand surveillance. The project will take into account relevant legislativedevelopments, in particular the Privacy Bill 2006.H. Commercial Law and the Law of Obligations33 Frustration of ContractsThis project on frustration of contracts will examine the legal effects ofunforeseeable and other events (such as war or industrial action) which areoutside the control of contracting parties. This research will build on previouswork by the Commission on the reform of other aspects of contract law.34 Insurance ContractsThis project will review existing rules concerning insurance contracts, such asformalities, material non-disclosure, ‘basis of contract’ clauses and the conceptof insurable interest. The project will examine whether these rules wouldbenefit from codification, from the perspectives of business efficiency andconsumer protection.35 Damages in Contract and Tort LawThis project will examine the legal principles concerning the award of damagesin contract and tort law. This research will build on previous work by theCommission on the law of damages.17