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Garda review mechanism disclosure

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Donnchadh Ó Laoghaire asked that families be given fuller information from the independent review mechanism into Garda misconduct cases. The Minister said he wants as much information as possible shared, but noted the Shane O'Farrell matter is under GSOC investigation.

Mar an gcéanna leis an Teachta O'Reilly, tréaslaím leis an Taoiseach as an méid a dúirt sé inné. My question relates to the independent review mechanism set up by Government to look into a number of Garda misconduct cases and other forms of Garda failures. In the cases reviewed, 315 cases were returned stating "no further action required". This was all the information that complainants and families received. Many of these cases were quite sensitive, for example, the tragic death of Shane O'Farrell. Providing full information to the families can offer some closure to those affected, and some additional clarity. Would the Minister and Taoiseach agree that people should receive the rationale and reasons that the independent review mechanism concluded that no further action was required?

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I would be keen to ensure that as much information as possible would be given to people who have made complaints or who have grievances. On the specific case referred to by the Deputy, he will be aware the issue is the subject of an investigation by the Garda Síochána Ombudsman Commission, GSOC. It would, therefore, be unwise for me to make a comment at this stage but I acknowledge that there are issues and look forward to receiving the GSOC report at the earliest opportunity.

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