Gardaí reluctant to speak out through fear, audit finds

Gardaí are still reluctant to speak out or report wrongdoing despite all the controversies and reforms, the first ever Garda cultural audit reveals.

The survey also uncovers an organisation with a “disconnect” between senior and junior ranks, fuelled by “disillusionment” and “resentment” at the perceived nepotism and favouritism in promotions.

The cultural audit, completed by 40% of all Garda employees or 6,560 sworn members and civilians, also found: