Róisín Shortall (Dublin North West, Labour)
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Question 58: To ask the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform when he expects that the Garda investigation into matters arising from the report of the commission of investigation into the Catholic archdiocese of Dublin will be completed; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [46159/09]

Dermot Ahern (Louth, Fianna Fail)
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Following publication of the report, the Garda Commissioner asked Assistant Commissioner John O'Mahoney to examine its findings relating to the handling of complaints and investigations by both Church and State authorities, to carry out such investigations and inquiries as he deems appropriate and to make a report to him with his recommendations. The Commissioner will then consult with the Director of Public Prosecutions as to what issues arise in the context of criminal liability.

I am informed by the Garda authorities that the Assistant Commissioner has commenced his examination of the report but that it is at this stage too early to give a precise date for its completion. The Commissioner has directed that the investigation be concluded as early as possible.