asked the Minister for Justice if, in view of a decision arising out of a civil action in the High Court (details supplied) in which a citizen was awarded damages for assault by a garda, he will state whether he or the Garda Commissioner propose to take any action in relation to the garda involved.
Written Answers. - Damages for Assault.
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Limerick East): The question of action by me does not arise in this case. I am informed by the Garda Commissioner that, in accordance with established practice, the question of any further action by him will be considered following an examination of the matter in the light of the relevant civil proceedings.