Justice Minister comments on announcement by Police Ombudsman
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Justice Minister Naomi Long has commented on the announcement today by the Police Ombudsman, Marie Anderson.
Minister Long said:
“Public confidence in the role of the office of the Police Ombudsman for Northern Ireland is crucial and I acknowledge Marie Anderson’s decision to delegate her powers of office to the Chief Executive and senior staff. This is a complex and sensitive situation, and we should not seek to pre-empt the ultimate outcome of the process. It is now important that due process is allowed to run its course, free from further public speculation.”
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