Ombudsman to probe TD’s complaint

Gardaí will be questioned and their phone records possibly examined by the Garda Ombudsman as part of an investigation into complaints by TD Clare Daly, who has been cleared of suspected drink-driving.

The Garda Ombudsman’s office confirmed it is investigating complaints by the Dublin politician about the leaking of her arrest to the media.

The United Left Alliance TD claimed there had been a deliberate attempt to discredit her because of her recent highlighting of alleged wrongdoing in the force.