Ms Lois West:

In terms of culture change, there are always times where fundamental things happen that force through change. I would certainly hope that this would be one of those, that there would be a recognition that there are people within An Garda Síochána, whether sworn members, civilian or whatever, who have valuable things to say, that is, expertise that is exceptional, and we should be making full and proper use of that.

The Deputy asked whether the culture has changed in recent months. If it has, it has not changed enough. I would certainly hope that there are some people who are taking some serious learning from what has gone on.