Enda Kenny (Mayo, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

The Guerin report was exceptionally critical of GSOC, and was critical of the Department of Justice and Equality and the Garda Síochána regarding the analysis, operation and management of these matters. Therefore, when this important matter was raised here, we took it very seriously and acted speedily, decisively and clearly regarding what must be done. We need a Garda force with high morale, where people can see the gardaí who protect citizens from criminal activities have the full credibility, trust and belief of the people. The mechanics of the operation must be examined and that is why the Government today made six formal decisions which will be followed through, including the competition for the post of Garda Commissioner and the independent Garda authority, the second meeting of which will take place next week.

Deputy Shatter was one of the finest Ministers for Justice and Equality we have had for very many years.

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