I am informed by the Garda authorities, who are responsible for the detailed allocation of resources, including personnel, that the personnel strength of Moville Garda station, County Donegal as at 11 May 2004 was eight, all ranks.
The allocation of personnel is reviewed on an ongoing basis, and when additional manpower next becomes available the needs of Moville Garda station will be fully considered in the overall context of the needs of Garda districts throughout the country. Cognisance is taken of impending retirements etc. during each allocation of probationer gardaí to regions and districts. 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.