Opposition parties call for Barron tribunal

Fine Gael, Labour and The Green Party are calling for a tribunal of inquiry to investigate the actions of members of the Gardai during the investigation into the death of Richie Barron.

The parties will be joined by a legal representative of the McBrearty family at a joint press conference today to outline why they are urging Dail Eireann to establish a tribunal of enquiry.

Fine Gael's justice spokesman, Alan Shatter TD, Labour's justice spokesman,

Brendan Howlin TD, a representative for the Green Party and a legal representative of the McBrearty family will attend the press conference in Buswells Hotel, Moleworth Street, Dublin at 2.30pm.