Kevin Murphy (Irish ombudsman)

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Kevin Murphy was appointed Ombudsman by the President of Ireland, Mary Robinson, upon nomination by both Houses of the Oireachtas. His term of office began November 1, 1994.

As Ombudsman, he dealt with complaints against government departments, local authorities etc. Under the terms of the Freedom of Information Act, 1997, he also held the office of Information Commissioner from April, 1998. The Information Commissioner may review decisions of public bodies in relation to requests for access to information.

In 2003, Emily O'Reilly succeeded Murphy in both posts.