Independent investigation into Creeslough explosion ‘key to finding a solution’By Bairbre Holmes, Press AssociationAn independent investigation into the Creeslough explosion is “key” to ending the suffering of the victims’ families, a lawyer acting on their behalf has said. Justice Minister Jim O’Callaghan met families affected by the tragedy at Government Buildings in Dublin on Thursday. Áine Flanagan, whose partner Robert and five-year-old daughter Shauna died in the explosion, said O’Callaghan had committed to considering a request for an independent investigation. He added: “The continuing delay to order such an investigation erodes our clients’ confidence in the justice system in Ireland. “Only when an independent investigation is ordered will our clients have confidence in the system.”

Source: Irish Independent April 09, 2026 14:36 UTC