Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 17 January 2013
141. Deputy Niall Collins asked the Minister for Justice and Equality if he will provide a specific date for the closure of each individual station announced by him in December; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2047/13]
View answer142. Deputy Niall Collins asked the Minister for Justice and Equality if he will clarify the time frame he has set out to each district for the closure of the 100 Garda stations he announced in December; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2048/13]
View answerI propose to take Questions Nos. 141 and 142 together.
The implementation of the reduction in the number of Garda stations and Districts as set out in the Policing Plan for 2013 will take place in full consultation with the local communities and staffing interests. Local Garda management have commenced the process of engaging with these communities through the Joint Policing Committees and other fora to advise them of the revised policing arrangements for the localities in question. The objective is to ensure that the best possible policing service will be provided at all times.
I have requested the specific information sought by the Deputy from the Garda Commissioner and I will write to the Deputy directly when this information is to hand.
