Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 6 October 2022
404. Deputy Paul Murphy asked the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine if his attention has been drawn to an incident in relation to one of his staff members which occurred on 5 September 2021; and if he will ensure that there is an internal investigation into this incident. [49285/22]
Amharc ar fhreagraAllegations of criminal damage are appropriate for investigation by An Garda Síochána who have the necessary powers and skills to do so in accordance with the law. In relation to the case referred to by the Deputy, I understand that the matter was referred to An Garda Síochána and that such an investigation was undertaken at the time and has since concluded.
I am not aware of any reason why a subsequent investigation should now be undertaken by my Department, or how the outcome of such an investigation could vary from that of the Garda investigation.
