MOST of the items highlighted in the new draft code of ethics for An Gárda Síochána are blindingly obvious, but it is significant that it is necessary to include them, because there have been indications in recent years that some members of the force have become confused about where their ultimate loyalty lies.

In the wake of the Panama Papers leak, Ryle Dwyer looks at the Irish connection in the form of Gerard Ryle, the Kerry-born journalist with the drive to expose scandal worldwide

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More than 11m documents have been passed to 107 media organisations shedding further light on the tax affairs of the rich and powerful.