Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 9 June 2015
569. Deputy Finian McGrath asked the Minister for Justice and Equality to set out her views on correspondence (details supplied) regarding the justice system; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [22008/15]
Amharc ar fhreagraThe particular case to which the correspondence refers is amongst those being considered under the mechanism established for the independent review of certain allegations of Garda misconduct, or inadequacies in the investigation of certain allegations, which have been made to me as Minister for Justice and Equality, or the Taoiseach, or other public representatives with a view to determining to what extent and in what manner further action may be required in each case. A panel consisting of two Senior and five Junior Counsel was established for the purpose, all selected on the basis of their experience of the criminal justice system. Following the review of the complaint by counsel in this particular case a recommendation will be made to my Department.
I also understand that the person concerned has recently commenced a civil action against the State in respect of issues raised in the complaint. The Deputy will appreciate that in these circumstances it would not be appropriate for me to comment further on any particulars of this matter.
