The 55-year-old was arrested under the Terrorism Act.

Minister for Justice Jim O’Callaghan said drafts have been exchanged between his department and the inquiry

The Police Ombudsman’s report considered the effectiveness of the initial RUC investigation.

Three homes were searched by gardaí in the south and east regions on Friday.

Coimisiun na Mean will have the power to impose the penalties which fall under EU regulations.

The Taoiseach was speaking amid a spate of threats against elected representatives.