Irish Examiner view: Commissioner must restore faith in rule of law

The fact that the section of An Garda Síochána charged with policing the roads has been condemned in such trenchant language by an independent review will not instil confidence in the safety of our road systems

There are other factors involved in the number of serious traffic accidents, but the fact that 'noticeable' numbers of the enforcement agency policing this area are unproductive only serves to embolden those breaking the law on the roads.

The Crowe Report, an independent review of roads policing which was published yesterday morning, makes for difficult reading — and not just for the gardaí.

The report finds that a majority of gardaí involved in roads policing are productive and professional, but it has also highlighted issues with poor productivity and behaviour among a “noticeable” minority, stating some are “unproductive” and appear “demotivated and unconcerned” with doing their jobs properly.