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An Garda Síochána

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 21 June 2022

Tuesday, 21 June 2022

Questions (684)

Jim O'Callaghan

Question:

684. Deputy Jim O'Callaghan asked the Minister for Justice if funding will be provided for the purchase of additional Garda Public order unit vans later in 2022; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [32340/22]

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Written answers

As the Deputy will be aware, under the Garda Síochána Act 2005, the Garda Commissioner is responsible for the administration and management of An Garda Síochána, including the purchase, allocation, and effective and efficient use of Garda vehicles. As Minister, I have no direct role in these matters.

Budget 2022 provides in excess of an unprecedented €2 billion to An Garda Síochána, of which I am informed that €12m has been allocated for investment in the Garda fleet, which will mean more high visibility policing in our towns and cities.

I am advised by the Garda authorities that the purchase and allocation of Garda vehicles is determined on the basis of identified operational demands and the availability of resources, and decisions regarding the purchase and allocation of Garda vehicles are reviewed on a continual basis. I am informed by the Garda authorities that there are no plans to purchase additional public order vans this year.

I understand that public order vans are issued as a regional resource and can be moved throughout Divisions as required.

Finally, the Deputy may also wish to be aware that An Garda Síochána publish information on Garda fleet, including a Divisional/District monthly breakdown, on their website at: www.garda.ie/en/about-us/our-departments/finance-services/finance-fleet-management.html.

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