Ms Nóirín O'Sullivan:

On the extent to which we can discuss this at the committee, I am very conscious that I do not want to prejudice a potential investigation. However, the matter was referred to the Garda Síochána Ombudsman Commission for its consideration. It was on foot of a report that I received yesterday from the head of our internal audit unit. I must emphasise that it is a draft audit report and it is still in draft form. It has been referred for consideration by-----