Pa Daly
Question:1064. Deputy Pa Daly asked the Minister for Justice to outline the requirements related to BMI (body mass index) in the Garda recruitment process; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [57262/23]
View answerWednesday, 17 January 2024
Questions (1064)
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As the Deputy will be aware, under the Garda Síochána Act 2005 (as amended), the Garda Commissioner is responsible for the administration and management of An Garda Síochána, including the specific requirements for candidates in Garda recruitment competitions. As Minister, I have no role in such matters.
I am however advised by the Garda authorities that the following information was provided to candidates as part of 2024 recruitment campaign material:
"Weight within normal (non-underweight and non-obese) limits (ideal BMI is 18.5 to less than 25). Persons whose BMI is outside these parameters shall be assessed with additional validated indicators in order to inform a decision on medical fitness."
Further information can be found at the following link:
www.publicjobs.ie/restapi/documents/Elements_of_the_Appointments_Process_Hyperlink_10.01_V2.pdf