State probe into Olympic tickets scandal ‘too lengthy’

A full State inquiry into Ireland’s Olympics ticket touting scandal was initially rejected by Government because it would “take years” to complete.

Social Protection Minister Leo Varadkar revealed the situation amid ongoing criticism from the Opposition that the non-statutory inquiry announced last Friday does not have any powers to compel witnesses to attend, or to obtain key documents.

Speaking before Transport Minister Shane Ross and Sports Minister Patrick O’Donovan meet with Attorney General Máire Whelan today to finalise the terms of reference for the 12-week inquiry, Mr Varadkar said the limited investigation is the best approach to address the scandal.