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122 Ms Shortall asked the Minister for Justice if it is her intention to give official recognition to the Garda Federation; if not, if she intends to implement the Mulvey report; if so, when she intends to do so; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [4036/95]
135 Mr. Lawlor asked the Minister for Justice the action, if any, she will take to resolve the difficulties that currently exist in the representative structure of the Garda Síochána (details attached); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [3732/95]
It is proposed to take Questions Nos. 122 and 135 together.
I am very concerned about the ongoing dispute in the Garda Representative Association and I am anxious to do everything in my power to assist in finding a resolution to the dispute. To this end I have invited the representatives of the groups concerned to meet with me so that I can get a comprehensive picture of the way which matters now stand in an effort to facilitate a resolution of the difficulties which exist. The meetings will carry no implication in terms of giving recognition to any organisation to represent the rank of Garda for the purpose of negotiating pay and conditions for gardaí.
