Q&A: Fears of chaos at banking inquiry

Q: Why are there concerns that the Oireachtas banking inquiry could collapse or is descending into chaos?

Q&A: Fears of chaos at banking inquiry

A: Some members are objecting to former Anglo boss David Drumm potentially giving evidence by video link from the United States. The TDs or senators could face expulsion from the probe.It is now entering unchartered waters and, if some individuals were expelled, it remains unclear if the probe would still hold the public’s confidence.

Furthermore, it has been rocked by allegations of inappropriate behaviour by a whistleblower which has resulted in the inquiry having a barrister examine the banking probe itself.

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