Taoiseach reports ‘progress’ into 1974 bombings

TAOISEACH Bertie Ahern last night revealed an inquiry into the Dublin and Monaghan bombings was making “considerable progress” in investigating the atrocity.

As he confirmed the Commission of Investigation headed by Patrick MacEntee SC had been granted until the end of May to complete its report, Mr Ahern said it was vital the inquiry was given the time it required.

“It is clear from Mr MacEntee’s third interim report that he has made considerable progress in addressing the various issues in his terms of reference. It is equally clear that the Commission of Investigation requires more time to pursue specific inquiries,” Mr Ahern said.