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Dáil Éireann debate -
Wednesday, 15 Oct 2003

Vol. 572 No. 4

Written Answers. - Garda Deployment.

Bernard J. Durkan

Question:

74 Mr. Durkan asked the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform if he has adequate resources at his disposal to provide the required level of policing in each division in the Dublin metropolitan area, the areas in which resources or facilities are deficient; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [23407/03]

I have been informed by Garda authorities who are responsible for the detailed allocation of resources, including personnel, that Garda management in the Dublin metropolitan region is satisfied that the current level of resources are adequate to meet the present policing needs of the region.

The current strength of the Garda Síochána in the DMR is 3,765 – all ranks – which represents an increase of 1.92% on the same period in 2002. Garda management will continue to appraise the policing and administrative strategy employed in the Dublin metropolitan region with a view to ensuring an effective Garda service is maintained. Other resources are also constantly reviewed and where practicable shared with a view to offering the best possible policing service to the public.

The situation will be kept under review and when additional personnel next becomes available, the needs of the Dublin metropolitan region will be fully considered within the overall context of the needs of Garda divisions throughout the country.

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