Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 25 October 2016
93. Deputy Brendan Griffin asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Justice and Equality if a historical motor offence recorded on the Garda PULSE system which did not result in a conviction will preclude that person from becoming a garda; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [31536/16]
View answerAdmission to An Garda Síochána is a matter for the Garda Commissioner in accordance with the Garda Síochána (Admissions and Appointments) Regulations 2013. Recruitment of trainee Gardaí involves a competitive process undertaken by the Public Appointment Service on behalf of the Commissioner and, for successful candidates, further fitness, medical and vetting tests undertaken by An Garda Síochána in accordance with the 2013 Regulations.
Success at all stages of the recruitment process does not guarantee an offer to commence training. The Regulations provide that the Commissioner must satisfy herself that the candidate is of good character and further provide that the Commissioner shall not admit a person for training as a member of An Garda Síochána with a view to his or her subsequent appointment and enrolment as a member unless it appears to the Commissioner that the person is generally suitable for such admission.
In relation to the Deputy's query which I do not wish to comment on specifically, I have been advised by the Garda Commissioner that all interactions with An Garda Síochána, regardless of the outcome, are considered in determining an applicant's suitability for the position of Garda trainee.
