Garda Síochána (Police) Ombudsman Commission (GSOC) Discrimination Cases
The Garda Síochána Ombudsman Commission (GSOC) is an independent police complaints body established by the Garda Síochána Act 2005. It became operational in May 2007. It is responsible for receiving and dealing with complaints made by members of the public concerning the conduct of members of the Garda Síochána (Irish Police). GSOC also has a role in making recommendations about how policing is conducted with a view to preventing further complaints arising in particular areas.
No. of complaints alleging discrimination on the grounds of race and/or religion :
| Year | 2007 | 2008 | 2009 | 2010 | 2011 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Count | 39 | 29 | 25 | 24 | 27 |
Breakdown of complaint outcomes
| Outcome | Count |
|---|---|
| Sanction | 4 |
| No Breach | 54 |
| Withdrawh | 6 |
| Inadmissible | 29 |
| Still Open | 18 |
| TOTAL | 111 |
Complaints against members of the Garda Síochána (Police) can be made to GSOC directly or at any garda station.
Contact Details for GSOC are:-
Garda Síochána Ombudsman Commission
150 Upper Abbey Street, Dublin 1.
Tel: 1890 600 800. Further information about GSOC can be found on the following website www.gardaombudsman.ie.
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