Thomas P. Broughan
Question:92. Deputy Thomas P. Broughan asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Justice and Equality her plans to issue body-worn cameras to front-line gardaí; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [18556/17]
View answerWednesday, 12 April 2017
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The Deputy will appreciate, decisions in relation to the provision and allocation of Garda resources are a matter for the Garda Commissioner, and I, as Minister, have no direct role in the matter.
I have asked the Garda Commissioner for the specific information requested and when it is to hand I will inform the Deputy accordingly.
The following deferred reply was received under Standing Order 42A
I refer to Parliamentary Question No. 92 for answer on 12th April 2017, in which you requested the position regarding plans to issue body worn cameras to front line Gardaí.
As you will recall, the information you requested could not be obtained in the time available, and I undertook to request information from the Garda Commissioner on the specific queries raised and contact you again.
I have subsequently been informed that a working group within An Garda Síochána is currently examining the options available on the market regarding body worn cameras, with a view to developing a business case should their findings meet operational requirements.
I hope this information is of assistance.