Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 13 January 2016
508. Deputy Thomas P. Broughan asked the Minister for Justice and Equality if she will allocate an additional Garda public order van for the R district; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [1439/16]
View answerDecisions in relation to the provision and allocation of Garda vehicles are a matter for the Garda Commissioner in the light of her identified operational demands and the availability of resources.
I am informed by the Commissioner that a number of vans have been delivered which are currently being fitted out. These include a number of medium sized vans which can accommodate up to 6 Garda members and 2 separate cells.
Following fit out, these vehicles will be allocated to the Dublin Metropolitan Region. It will be a matter for the Assistant Commissioner with responsibility for that region to determine the ultimate location of public order vans based upon prioritised operational requirements.
I am further informed that proactive measures are in place to facilitate focused patrols in the most vulnerable areas and local Garda management are satisfied that a comprehensive policing service is being delivered to the ‘R’ District in line with policing demands throughout the Division.
