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.
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