Opposition claims ‘legal gag’ will prevent proper inquiry

OPPOSITION claims that a “legal gag” will prevent the Governor of the Central Bank from playing a role in the banking inquiry have been dismissed by the Taoiseach as just another conspiracy theory.

Professor Patrick Honohan, who first called for such an inquiry in December is “satisfied” that he can complete the work asked of him by the Government within the current laws.

He gave the assurance in response to claims by Labour Party who said there were “serious legal doubts” surrounding his role in the inquiry.