Bernard Durkan (Kildare North, Fine Gael)
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120. To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Justice and Equality the extent to which progress continues in respect of the various cold cases; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [44481/17]

Charles Flanagan (Laois, Fine Gael)
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I am informed that the Serious Crime Review Team (SCRT) continues to review serious cases that remain unsolved and continues to identify evidence and witnesses to assist in the development of these cases.

At the conclusion of each review by the SCRT, a substantive report is provided to the Senior Investigating Officer who considers the opportunities for further investigation. Any recommendation of organisational effect is disseminated within the Garda organisation to improve the overall investigative capability of An Garda Síochána.

The Deputy will appreciate that all Garda activities, including the investigation of unsolved cases, will benefit from the very significant investments which have been made in policing resources - all of which will support enhanced investigation and detection of crime, and benefit ongoing investigations.