Independent oversight required for gardaí on prolonged suspensions, says AGSI

AGSI has reiterated its long-standing call for an independent review mechanism for suspensions exceeding 12 months, warning that the current system is failing both members and the organisation.

Urgent independent oversight is needed for gardaí suspended for prolonged periods, the Association of Garda Sergeants and Inspectors (AGSI) has said.

AGSI has "no confidence" in the current suspension policies within An Garda Síochána, it said ahead of its 48th annual delegate conference which begins in Westport on Monday. Some 165 garda sergeants and inspectors will attend this year’s conference.