Ms Justice Ann Power
Sole Member of the Tribunal
First Public Sitting – Opening Statement
Welcome to the website of the Defence Forces Tribunal.
Background
In July 2023, the Government approved the establishment of a Tribunal of Inquiry, pursuant to the provisions of the Tribunals of Inquiry (Evidence) Acts 1921 to 2011, to examine a range of matters pertaining to the effectiveness of the complaints processes within the Defence Forces.
Latest News
Notice of Intended Order for Discovery in respect of Corporal 862208
Notice of Intended Order for Discovery in respect of Officer 300115 O-9930
Tribunal Witness Schedule, 13 – 15 July 2026
Order on the Reporting of Certain Matters 9 July 2026
Order on the Reporting of Certain Matters 7 July 2026
Tribunal Witness Schedule, 7 – 10 July 2026 [updated 9 July 2026]
Order on the Reporting of Certain Matters 2 July 2026
Tribunal Witness Schedule, 30 June – 3 July 2026 [updated 2 July 2026]