Defence Forces will come under spotlight in the wake of Women of Honour disclosures

Micheál Martin to tell Cabinet he intends to set up inquiry into systemic failings in how the Defence Forces handled complaints

Tánaiste Micheál Martin speaking to reporters during the Consultative Forum on International Security Policy at UCC on June 22. Picture: Larry Cummins

A public inquiry into abuse in the Defence Forces is to be launched by the Tánaiste.

On Tuesday, Micheál Martin will update Cabinet on his intention to set up a public inquiry into systemic failings in how the Defence Forces handled complaints after meeting the Women of Honour group last week.