The International Co-operation (Omagh Bombing Inquiry) Bill 2026 would allow for current or former members of the Gardai, the Irish army, the Civil Service or the Government to engage with the inquiry examining the 1998 atrocity in the Co Tyrone town. The Irish Government’s legislation provides for a “bespoke legal mechanism”, which is triggered by a request from the Omagh inquiry chairman, to allow sworn evidence to be taken before a High Court judge in Ireland. The Irish Government’s Bill was before the Dail on Tuesday as it passes through Ireland’s houses of parliament. “To date, approximately 20,000 pages of material have been provided by the Irish state to the Omagh Bombing Inquiry,” Mr O’Callaghan said. The former minister welcomed the legislation, including the presence of family members while evidence is given, but said he had concerns that require “consideration and clarification”.

Source: The Herald March 25, 2026 07:43 UTC