Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 4 March 2014
314. Deputy Patrick O'Donovan asked the Minister for Justice and Equality if consideration was given to experience gained by members of the Garda Reserve in the recruitment process for the Garda Síochána which is currently under way; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [10790/14]
View answerThe Deputy will be aware that recruitment to the Garda Síochána is governed by the Garda Síochána (Admissions and Appointments) Regulations 2013. These regulations provide for the giving, as part of the competitive selection process organised by the Public Appointments Service for full-time membership of the Garda Síochána, of "due recognition to any satisfactory service by the person as a reserve member". This provision was introduced in order to acknowledge the beneficial experience and skills gained by a reserve member and to allow them the opportunity to highlight that experience and skill during the selection process.
