Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 22 May 2018
298. Deputy Jim O'Callaghan asked the Minister for Business, Enterprise and Innovation the reason for the delay in the publication of the report on investigative failures leading to the collapse of a trial (details supplied); when it is expected the report will be published; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [22538/18]
Amharc ar fhreagraAn account of the investigative failures identified by Judge Aylmer is currently being finalised. The purpose of publishing this account is to understand the factors that led to such mistakes being made and to take appropriate steps to address these shortcomings.
On 9 March, Judge Aylmer granted approval to publish some of the transcripts of the trial, limited to the rulings of the Court concerning investigative failures made on specific dates. The account is now being finalised on this basis.
It is important that the account is in line with fair procedures, due process and natural justice.
It is intended that the account will be published as soon as possible.
