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Tánaiste publishes draft Terms of Reference for a Commission on the Future of Policing in Ireland

Speaking following today’s Government meeting the Tánaiste Frances Fitzgerald said:

The Government agreed at its meeting today to establish a Commission on the Future of Policing in Ireland and to circulate the draft terms of reference to other parties.

The draft terms of reference are intended to be comprehensive and provide for a thorough review of all aspects of policing in Ireland including the structures, leadership, management; composition, recruitment and training of personnel; the culture and ethos of policing.

They also account for all aspects of oversight and accountability, including looking at the role of existing oversight bodies, including the Department of Justice and Equality and the Government.

I will return to Government with final proposals for the establishment of the Commission and final terms of reference shortly after Easter.

I am determined this fundamental look at the future of policing will ensure we have an open, transparent, efficient, 21st Century police service.