Finian McGrath (Dublin North Central, Independent) | Oireachtas source

The Minister said there was a marked improvement in efficiency, dialogue and co-operation with An Garda Síochána. Some of the complaints that end up with the Garda Síochána Ombudsman Commission, GSOC, should be handled elsewhere as they are not on the serious side of the spectrum.

Is the Minister confident that there will be better dialogue and co-operation with the Garda? I have heard many gardaí giving out about GSOC and having major issues with it. I do not think it is good for the Garda force or for its relationship with the people and GSOC. I am hearing a different view on the ground to the Minister’s. Is she aware that there is a rift between GSOC and the average garda on the ground?