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Seanad: Garda Síochána Ombudsman Commission: Motion (14 Jun 2018)

Charles Flanagan: I thank the House for facilitating me between items Nos. 3 and 4 on the Order of Business. The appointment of members of the Garda Síochána Ombudsman Commission, GSOC, is governed by the provisions of the Garda Síochána Act 2005, which require the Government to satisfy itself that a person to be nominated for appointment has the appropriate experience, qualifications,...

Seanad: Garda Síochána Ombudsman Commission: Motion (14 Jun 2018)

Niall Ó Donnghaile: I begin by doing precisely what the Minister asked us to do, which is to welcome the appointment of Patrick Sullivan to GSOC. I wish Mr. Sullivan well in his new and very critical and important role for all of the reasons outlined by the Minister. The role carries much responsibility and is an important public service. As noted by the Minister, Mr. Sullivan brings a wealth of talent and...

Seanad: Garda Síochána Ombudsman Commission: Motion (14 Jun 2018)

Martin Conway: ...of Patrick Sullivan to take up this very important role. His curriculum vitae and experience is extremely impressive. His appointment can only enhance the reputation and important work done by GSOC. The Minister has told us about the business plan for GSOC and An Garda Síochána; there is a lot of positive change happening. Mr. Sullivan's curriculum vitae speaks for itself and...

Seanad: Garda Síochána Ombudsman Commission: Motion (14 Jun 2018)

Charles Flanagan: ...police service of the State in particular. All too often words such as accountability are used without any due regard for the organisation's charter ensuring that accountability. Organisations, such as GSOC, are called upon when situations demand a strong, robust and unquestionable response. When the organisation in question is An Garda Síochána, I believe that we have to be...