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Senator: High Court Judge Should Oversee Inquiry In To Abuse Allegations In The Defence Forces

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Minister Simon Coveney announced the external investigation yesterday

There are calls for a High Court judge to oversee the independent review into abuse allegations in the Defence Forces.

Minister Simon Coveney announced the external inquiry yesterday, after he met the Women of Honour group.

They recently made claims of sexism, bullying, sexual assault and rape in the Defence Forces.

Former sergeant in the organisation, Senator Gerard Craughwell, says those responsible should be sacked if found guilty

Senator Gerard Craughwell says serious sanctions could be needed

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