Ombudsman likely to launch inquiry on foot of Cloyne report

THE Garda Síochána Ombudsman Commission (GSOC) is likely to launch a full investigation after examining the Murphy Commission report on Cloyne.

The Irish Examiner understands GSOC is in discussions with the Murphy Commission to clarify “procedural issues” regarding access to information held by the commission, including on the identities of gardaí criticised, and, in those cases, of the victims and priests.

This process is expected to be finalised within the next week. Once GSOC is satisfied it will have access to the information it needs, a formal investigation is expected to be launched.