The complexity of the McCabe saga is mind-boggling indeed. We are dealing with a conscientious public servant who dared to put his head about the parapet and highlight dubious practices within the Garda force.

Former justice minister Alan Shatter has launched a blistering attack on his former party and government colleague Taoiseach Enda Kenny, for “ignoring concerns” over the report which forced his resignation from Cabinet.

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