asked the Minister for Justice when it is proposed to recruit extra gardaí.
Written Answers. - Garda Recruitment.
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Limerick East): As indicated in the national plan, recruitment to the Garda Síochána is to continue during the period 1985-87 with a view to maintaining the strength of the force at 11,400. To achieve that and taking account of anticipated wastage, 60 recruits are due to be appointed on 6 November and present plans are to appoint a further 25 before the end of the year. The precise numbers to be appointed will depend on the level of vacancies arising from resignations, retirements and deaths.