Six-month limit on Garda-IRA collusion tribunal challenged

The judge heading an inquiry into suspected Garda-IRA collusion in the murder of two senior RUC officers believes a November deadline is achievable.

Wed, 01 Jun, 2011 - 18:49

The judge heading an inquiry into suspected Garda-IRA collusion in the murder of two senior RUC officers believes a November deadline is achievable.

Justice minister Alan Shatter called for the six-month limit and claimed judge Peter Smithwick assured him the fast-track investigation was possible.

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