Donal O'Driscoll
Donal O'Driscoll is a retired veteran of the Garda Síochána who served for 38 years, primarily in security and intelligence roles. Following his retirement in 2021, he has been vocal about the inadequacies in Ireland's national security strategy, particularly criticizing the government's failure to publish a comprehensive national security strategy that has been in development since 2019. O'Driscoll has highlighted the urgent need for clear guidance and resources for the security services to address evolving global threats, referencing his extensive experience in EU security missions in conflict zones such as Afghanistan and Iraq.
Not in the pool (under ¢1).
Recent news mentions
Donal O’Driscoll emphasized the importance of establishing clear lines of communication between Irish services.
welcome to Ireland’s intelligence service – The Irish Times
Ireland· 2025-03-03
Donal O'Driscoll, a veteran Garda intelligence officer, criticized the ongoing failure to publish a national security strategy.
Ireland’s lack of security strategy ‘indefensible’, veteran Garda intelligence officer says – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-02-16