I have been informed by the Garda authorities who are responsible for the detailed allocation of resources, including personnel, that there are currently 373 Garda personnel employed in administrative posts based on those personnel who are in receipt of designated post and ex gratia allowance and as such are employed on administrative duties.
In 2001, the Government approved the civilianisation of 496 administrative throughout posts throughout the Garda Síochána. These included administrative posts in headquarters, branches and in the various offices located in divisions and districts. The figure also includes posts in some sections of the Technical Bureau, transport details and telecommunications that are suitable for civilianisation.
My Department is currently reviewing these figures in conjunction with the Department of Finance and Garda management.