Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 26 July 2017
526. Deputy Thomas P. Broughan asked the Minister for Justice and Equality further to Parliamentary Question No. 91 of 10 May 2017, if alcohol breath tests are still being undertaken and recorded on the PULSE system; if so, when this data will be made available; if this report is available; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35867/17]
Amharc ar fhreagraAs per my post reply dated 27 June 2017, An Garda Síochána is still recording breath test data on the PULSE system, however this data will not be published until all investigations in respect of this issue are complete.
The internal examination being undertaken by Assistant Commissioner O'Sullivan, which commenced on 24 March 2017, remains ongoing, and I am informed by An Garda Síochána that the final report of the examination will be finalised shortly.
In addition, the Policing Authority has confirmed that a firm has been selected to undertake their examination into the matter. The Authority anticipates that the examination should commence in late July. It is anticipated that a report will be produced within 8 weeks.
