Patrick O'Donovan
Question:365 Deputy Patrick O’Donovan asked the Minister for Justice and Equality when he intends to fill the vacant superintendent position at Bruff Garda station, County Limerick. [32813/11]
View answerTuesday, 8 November 2011
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The Deputy will be aware that the Commissioner, in consultation with his senior management team, is responsible for the detailed allocation of resources, including personnel, throughout the organisation, and I have no function in the matter.
The moratorium on recruitment and promotions in the public service continues to apply to the Garda Síochána for both sworn members and civilian support staff. The situation is continually kept under review by the Garda Commissioner and further derogations can be sought, in exceptional circumstances, from the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform.