Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 8 June 2006
57 Mr. Gogarty asked the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform the number of Garda stations with broadband Internet access; the plans he has for a nationwide roll-out of broadband to all Garda stations; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [22211/06]
Amharc ar fhreagraI am informed by the Garda authorities that Broadband internet facilities are available at Garda Headquarters, Harcourt Square, Store Street and the Garda College, Templemore. I am further informed by the Garda Authorities that broadband to provide telecommunications and Garda Intranet services has been deployed to 159 Garda Stations and has been ordered for a further 38 stations. In all, it is planned to provide access for an additional 50 Garda Stations by the end of 2006, subject to the availability of services at these stations.
