Commissioner Nóirín O'Sullivan commented tonight on the publication of the report by Judge John Cooke:
"Judge Cooke's detailed and comprehensive report is currently being reviewed closely by myself and my senior management team. Following this review, our response will be provided to the Minister for Justice as requested.
"An Garda Síochána acknowledges Judge Cooke's finding that 'the evidence does not support the proposition that actual surveillance...took place and much less that it was carried out by members of the Garda Síochána'."
"An Garda Síochána also acknowledges that the working relationship between An Garda Síochána and GSOC needs to be more constructive. The relationship does continue to improve and An Garda Síochána is committed to building on that positive engagement with GSOC so as to ensure that there is an independent, objective and effective relationship between us, which is vital for maintaining public trust in policing. Proposed revisions to the Garda Síochána Act 2005 in this regard are welcome."
