Many factors will determine future shape of watchdog

THE breakdown in the relationship between the Garda Ombudsman and the Minister for Justice has deepened following Alan Shatter’s appearance at an Oireachtas committee on Wednesday evening.

Mr Shatter repeatedly attacked and questioned the decision-making of the GSOC leadership.

He cited a review — commissioned by his department — which he said contradicted the findings of the British security company used by GSOC to sweep its office.