Garda dispute to 'escalate' after roster discussions 'a complete waste of time'

GRA leader said its relationship with Garda Commissioner Drew Harris was now 'in many ways irreparable'

GRA general secretary Ronan Slevin said Garda Commissioner Drew Harris had 'invited conflict' by not moving on the November 6 roster rollout. Picture: Gareth Chaney/Collins 

The dispute between frontline gardaí and Garda Commissioner Drew Harris looks set to “escalate” after discussions at Garda HQ broke down abruptly.

Garda Representative Association (GRA) leaders described the meeting “a complete waste of time” and said its relationship with the commissioner was now “in many ways irreparable”.