Decisions in relation to the provision and allocation of policing resources, including Garda transport, are an operational matter for the Garda Commissioner in the light of her identified operational demands and the availability of resources.
In that context I am informed by the Garda authorities that based upon operational priorities it is currently not envisaged that additional Garda mountain bikes will be purchased this year. Mountain bikes were last purchased in 2008. However, the matter is being kept under review.
I am further advised that the allocation of resources at both Divisional and District level, including the deployment of Garda mountain bikes, is subject to ongoing analysis and review.