Bank inquiry whistleblower considers legal action

The bank inquiry whistle-blower who claimed the investigation is beset with “conflicts of interest” and “corruption” is considering legal action after a report into the allegations said there are absolutely “no facts” to back them up.

The individual, who is no longer working for the inquiry, said last night they may sue because of the wording and conclusions of the independent report.

In early July, just 24 hours before ex-taoiseach Bertie Ahern attended the inquiry, members were informed of a series of allegations made by a back-room official three months earlier.