Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 1 December 2011
134 Deputy Michael Healy-Rae asked the Minister for Justice and Equality the number of gardaí stationed in County Kerry in 2009; the numbers at the present time; if he is satisfied that sufficient personnel are available; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [38201/11]
View answerI am informed by the Garda authorities, that as of 31 December 2009 and 31 October 2011 the personnel strength of Kerry Garda Division was 339 and 326 respectively.
Garda Management closely monitors the allocation of resources in the context of crime trends, policing needs and other operational strategies in place on a District, Divisional and Regional level, to ensure optimum use is made of Garda resources, and the best possible Garda service is provided to the public. Senior Garda Management is satisfied that a full and comprehensive policing service continues to be delivered in Kerry Garda Division and that current structures in place meet the requirement to deliver an effective and efficient policing service to the community. This situation will be kept under review.
