Majority of PSNI officers have little confidence in Ombudsman

A majority of PSNI officers have little confidence in the North's Police Ombudsman, according to a report published today by a committee of British MPs.

The Northern Ireland Affairs Committee said a survey had found that 70% of police officers believe Nuala O'Loan and her staff did not investigate with an open mind, while 42% feared she was out to get the police.

However, the committee also praised an agreement between Ms O'Loan, the PSNI and its staff associations to work together in an effort to end suspicions.