Better protections for whistleblowers will be among the issues discussed by middle ranking Gardai at their annual conference in Co Kerry.
The Association of Garda Sergeants and Inspectors' three day meeting will get underway in Killarney this afternoon - at a time of some turmoil in the force.
The AGSI says its disappointed by the decision of the Justice Minister Alan Shatter to turn down an invitation to address the delegates.
Our News Correspondent Fergal O'Brien reports:
