Paul Donnelly
Question:884. Deputy Paul Donnelly asked the Minister for Justice if funding has been secured in 2023 to purchase extra vehicles for Garda armed support units. [55338/22]
View answerTuesday, 8 November 2022
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As the Deputy will be aware, under the Garda Síochána Act 2005 (as amended), 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.
I am assured, however, that Garda management keeps the distribution of resources under continual review to ensure their optimum use in light of identified operational needs and emerging crime trends.
I can assure the Deputy that the Government is committed to ensuring An Garda Síochána has the resources it needs to deliver a modern, fit-for-purpose, policing service. Budget 2023 provides funding of €2.14 billion for An Garda Síochána, of which I am informed that €10m has been allocated for investment in the Garda fleet.
I am advised that funding for the continual capital investment in An Garda Síochána Fleet has been provided for under the National Development Plan and that the type and quantity of vehicles to be procured in 2023 is currently under consideration.