There has been a late surge in the number of complaints about the conduct of garda investigations, which is being examined by an expert panel of barristers.

Justice Minister Frances Fitzgerald will meet Independent TDs and a garda whistleblower tomorrow to discuss setting up a forum to handle dozens of serious complaints against the force.

Campaign group Justice4All said it is overwhelmed by the influx of complaints of Garda misconduct it is receiving on a daily basis.

Garda whistleblower John Wilson has sought a meeting with the newly appointed justice minister over fresh claims of Garda misconduct.

Transport Minister Leo Varadkar has warned that a culture of change is needed in An Garda Síochána as the Cabinet begins talks this week about setting up a full inquiry into allegations of misconduct.