Gerry Adams
Question:480. Deputy Gerry Adams asked the Minister for Justice and Equality the number of gardaí stationed in Sligo town. [51439/12]
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Questions (480, 481)
Gerry Adams
Question:481. Deputy Gerry Adams asked the Minister for Justice and Equality the number of gardaí stationed in Drogheda town. [51440/12]
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I propose to take Questions Nos. 480 and 481 together.
The Deputy will be aware that the Commissioner is responsible for the detailed allocation of resources, including personnel, throughout the organisation and I have no direct function in the matter. This allocation of resources is constantly monitored 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.
I have been informed by the Garda Commissioner that on 31 October 2012, the latest date for which figures are readily available, the personnel strength of Sligo and Drogheda Garda Stations was 142 and 94 respectively. There are also 12 Reserve Gardaí and 14 civilians attached to Sligo Garda Station and 21 Reserve Gardaí and 12 civilians attached to Drogheda Garda Station.
The Deputy will be aware that while both Garda stations are Divisional headquarters, Sligo is also a Regional headquarters covering the Northern region.