Government accused of trying to 'shut down' inquiry after police watchdog's departure AngusGthompson LisaVisentin
Mr Adams signalled the inquiry would take on a new focus in 2020 of examining the psychological effects of strip searches on minors. A report into the probe also needs to be completed.The Opposition and the Greens seized on the news that Mr Adams' term would not be extended, accusing the government of attempting to sabotage the inquiry.
"That inquiry had no doubt caused them some embarrassment and this is their response," Mr Lynch said. "Making the announcement two days before Christmas would confirm those suspicions."“Instead of allowing these hearings to come to a balanced conclusion, the Berejikilian government has instead rushed in and gagged the police watchdog," Mr Shoebridge said.
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