The Defence Forces Tribunal of Inquiry is examining the handling of complaints regarding discrimination, bullying, harassment, and sexual misconduct
The cost of the Defence Forces Tribunal of Inquiry – which is examining the handling of complaints regarding discrimination, bullying, harassment, and sexual misconduct – could increase to as much as €9.5 million by the end of this year.
Tánaiste and Minister for Defence Simon Harris has revealed that the inquiry has already cost €3.5 million since it opened last June, and costs could rise by a further €6 million this year. Yesterday, Mr Harris said a total of €6 million had been allocated to support the implementation of the review group’s report – the majority of which will be expended on the Defence Forces Tribunal of Inquiry.
“The tribunal is independent and decisions on the granting of legal representation are entirely a matter for the tribunal,” Mr Harris added in response to a parliamentary question from Galway West TD Catherine Connolly.
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