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

The Minister said, "No individual should receive preferential treatment because of his or her perceived status, relationship or celebrity." Sadly, however, it has happened. I await the findings of the report.

I acknowledge and commend the Minister for apologising to the whistleblowers today. Many of us were rightly critical of the delay in doing so. We all want a Garda force that is effective, honest and has the trust of citizens.

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