Written answers

Friday, 7 September 2018

Department of Justice and Equality

Garda Síochána Ombudsman Commission Investigations

Photo of Michael Healy-RaeMichael Healy-Rae (Kerry, Independent)
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397. To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Justice and Equality the reason the medical records of a person (details supplied) will not be provided; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36307/18]

Photo of Charles FlanaganCharles Flanagan (Laois, Fine Gael)
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As the Deputy will be aware, issues relating to the formal sharing of information between An Garda Síochána and the GSOC for investigative purposes are of an operational nature and, as such, the Minister has no role in this process.

Pursuant to the Garda Síochána Act 2005, An Garda Síochána and GSOC have developed an extensive protocol which governs the sharing of information relevant to an active investigation being conducted by the Commission. This protocol sets out the responsibilities of both parties and provides a detailed process of escalation where certain records or information has not yet been provided.

It is my understanding that the matter referred to by the Deputy is currently being progressed in accordance with the agreed protocol on the provision of information to GSOC. In the circumstances, it would not be appropriate to comment further in the matter.

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