Dara Calleary looking at legislation on this issue on foot of recommendations of review group on economic crime
New legislation being examined by the Irish government would allow Social Protection officials with relevant expertise to participate in Garda interviews of suspects in complex welfare fraud cases. This follows a 2020 government review recommending the measure to improve efficiency and effectiveness of investigations. The proposed changes could be included in broader social welfare legislation being drafted by Minister for Social Protection Dara Calleary, which also addresses unconstitutional pension provisions.
