The Justice Minister is facing criticism after securing approval for legislation to expand garda powers to intercept digital communications.. With the Irish Council of Civil Liberties warning the measures amount to “profoundly intrusive powers”. To discuss this further Shane spoke to Olga Cronin, Surveillance and Human Rights Senior Policy Officer with the Irish Council of Civil Liberties.
Concerns over new Garda surveillance powers
The Justice Minister is facing criticism after securing approval for legislation to expand garda ...
07.30 21 Jan 2026