Garda inspectors tipped for GSOC role

Senior figures in the Garda Inspectorate could be in the running for the top job in the Garda Ombudsman following the shock resignation of its chairman Simon O’Brien.

Deputy inspectors Mark Toland and Debra Kirby are thought to be well-regarded within justice and government circles and may appear on a shortlist of candidates.

Ms Kirby was reported as being one of three candidates shortlisted for the Garda commissioner post, while senior sources have suggested Mr Toland could be a replacement of Mr O’Brien.