Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 27 January 2004
862 Mr. O'Connor asked the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform his views regarding appointing an ombudsman for the Garda Síochána, particularly following a programme (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1374/04]
View answerThe Government is already committed to the establishment of a new body, which will have comprehensive powers of investigation, to deal with complaints against members of an Garda Síochána. The drafting of the Bill, which will also provide a statutory basis for management, performance and accountability in the Garda Síochána, is at an advanced stage, and I intend to publish it shortly.
