Doubt expressed at Garda anti-corruption action

Professor Dermot Walsh: "Given the resilience of internal garda corruption over the years, it is doubtful that the report will prove to be a gamechanger.” 

A top legal expert has said it is “doubtful” An Garda Síochána will address the threat posed by internal corruption in spite of a recent hard-hitting report by the Garda Inspectorate.

Professor Dermot Walsh, who specialises in criminal justice and policing, said that while the report was comprehensive and incisive, he felt the recommendations were less impressive and could reflect a “resignation” at the prospects of real change.