asked the Minister for Justice when it is hoped the next recruitment of candidates for entry to the Garda Síochána will take place; if it will be from the existing list of applicants; and, if not, if it will be necessary for these applicants to reapply when the next competition will be held.
Written Answers. - Garda Recruitment.
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I am informed by the Garda authorities that the next intake of recruit gardaí is planned to take place in December. Appointments for that intake will be made from the lists of qualified candidates drawn up by the Civil Service Commissioners following the last recruitment competition. Candidates on these lists who are not called for appointment will have to reapply for the next competition if they meet the entry requirements and are still interested in joining the Force.