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Garda who approached people for loans seeks to prevent dismissal
Summary
Garda Paul Mulcair, stationed at Kinsale Garda Station, has filed a High Court challenge to stop his dismissal after an internal probe found he breached Garda Discipline Regulations. Between 2014 and 2017, Mulcair allegedly approached 10 community members for loans totalling €140,300, receiving €9,700. He admits asking for money but denies requesting €120,000 from one individual. A Board of Inquiry concluded he breached discipline, recommending dismissal for two breaches and resignation for five. Acting Commissioner John Twomey dismissed Mulcair, citing the board's findings. Mulcair argues the disciplinary process was flawed, that irrelevant matters were considered, and that the board's decision was pre‑determined. He seeks judicial review to quash the board's findings, recommendations and dismissal decision. Permission to proceed was granted ex‑parte by Mr Justice Charles Meenan, with the case adjourned to December.
Who, what, where, when and why
What: Report matter: Garda who approached people for loans seeks to prevent dismissal. Procedural stage: hearing_or_decision
When:
- January 27th Other
- November 22nd Other
- 2014 and 2017 Other
- 2020-10-20 Publication
Why: Garda Mulcair rejected the finding that he has used his position as a police officer for his own personal advantage, or that he could not carry out his duties because he was beholden to other persons. CNI source report
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