I have been informed by the Garda authorities who are responsible for the detailed allocation of resources including personnel that the personnel strength of Malin Garda station is two — one sergeant and one garda. The sergeant assigned to Malin Garda station has submitted a notice of intention to retire with effect from 15 May, 2004.
The question of a replacement sergeant for Malin Garda station will be considered during future allocations of newly promoted sergeants. Garda personnel assigned to the Donegal division together with overall policing arrangements and operational strategy are constantly monitored and reviewed. Such monitoring ensures that optimum use is made of Garda resources and that the best possible service is provided to the public.