Gilligan’s release - Underworld still active

The release of John Gilligan from prison raises many questions. There have undoubtedly been significant developments since he was incarcerated.

Shortly before his arrest, it was being suggested that he was untouchable, but the gardaí managed to secure a conviction, which undermined his criminal empire and led to the confiscation of most of his wealth.

The gardaí also made major inroads into organised crime in Dublin and Limerick. But there is still much more to be done, as was dramatised by the shooting outside a pub on north side of Dublin early yesterday morning.