Mick Wallace (Wexford, Independent) | Oireachtas source

At this stage, we know of ten protected disclosures, and if a quarter of what they allege is true, then we have a serious problem. When will we find out what is happening with the O'Neill report? Will an inquiry be set up or not? The Minister has the power to remove the Commissioner while the inquiry is ongoing. There will be information required and the Commissioner has control over much of it. The Minister spoke about doing things properly and fairly. In the interest of fairness, I do not see how the Minister could possibly leave the Commissioner in place if she is the subject of an inquiry in any form. Will the Minister explain that to me?

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