Calls for new Garda chief to come from abroad

There is a strong desire across the political spectrum for an international person to be appointed as the next Garda commissioner.

The Former Northern Ireland Policing Ombudsman, Nuala O’Loan, led calls that Nóirín O’Sullivan’s successor come from outside the gardaí.

Ms O’Loan said Ms O’Sullivan’s departure seemed “almost inevitable” because of the serious issues that had come to light during her time at the helm of the force.