Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 18 May 2011
176 Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Justice and Equality the total number of the female membership of the Garda Síochána at each rank level; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [12084/11]
View answerI have been informed by the Garda Commissioner that the total number of females in An Garda Síochána, broken down by rank on 30 April 2011, the latest date for which figures are readily available, was as set out in the table hereunder:
|
Rank |
Strength |
|
Commissioner |
0 |
|
D/Commissioner |
1 |
|
A/Commissioner |
0 |
|
C/Superintendent |
4 |
|
Superintendent |
12 |
|
Inspector |
25 |
|
Sergeant |
296 |
|
Garda |
3,093 |
|
Total |
3,431 |
