The Irish Police : A Legal and Constitutional Perspective

This is the first serious attempt to offer a critique of the law governing the establishment, management and functioning of the Irish police force.

It is highly practical and clear and easy to read. Contents include: * The concept of police and the establishment of the Garda Siochana * Legal status and structures of the force: ranks; appointments; promotion; concilation/arbitration; compensation * Legal status of individual members * Constitutional status of the Garda Siochana * Government control of garda operations * Function of the Garda Siochana - crime control; public order; state security; public administration; accident/emergency etc. * Disciplinary offences and disciplinary procedures * Citizens' complaints procedure * Police accountability and civil law * Accountability and criminal law * Democratic accountability * Cross-border co-operation; Europol; Interpol and international co-operation