Video – Garda ‘whistleblowers’ should be allowed give evidence to Dáil watchdog, says Mary Lou

SINN FÉIN Deputy Leader Mary Lou McDonald TD reiterates her view that Garda ‘whistleblowers’ must be afforded the opportunity to state their case and be questioned before the Dáil Public Accounts Committee.

Meanwhile, Sinn Féin leader Gerry Adams TD has called for greater oversight and accountability of An Garda Síochána along the lines of the Patten reforms in the North.

"Sinn Féin recognises the essential role of An Garda Síochána, and the commitment that gardaí show in fulfilling their duties. A fully-resourced police service, responsive to the demands of citizens and the community, is essential.

"Recent events have raised serious questions around Garda oversight and accountability. What is required is an independent policing authority, accountable to a representative policing board, along the lines of what is now in place in the North.

"It also vitally important that we strengthen the powers of the Garda Ombudsman Commission and resource it adequately."