Oireachtas Joint and Select Committees

Tuesday, 23 September 2025

Committee on Public Petitions and the Ombudsmen

Engagement with the Office of the Ombudsman for the Defence Forces

2:00 am

Photo of Louise O'ReillyLouise O'Reilly (Dublin Fingal West, Sinn Fein)
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My experience of barracks is very different from Mr. Justice Mahon's. From speaking to people in barracks, they speak of the poor-quality accommodation - sometimes, not often. How often does Mr. Justice Mahon visit barracks? Does he do it routinely as part of his work or on an as-and-when-required basis? Does he go to address specific issues? He mentioned being in Haulbowline. What causes him to go to barracks?