Patrick Costello
Question:408. Deputy Patrick Costello asked the Minister for Justice when the next batch of trainee gardaí will graduate from Templemore; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [19187/23]
View answerTuesday, 25 April 2023
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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 recruitment, training and deployment of Garda members. As Minister, I have no role in such matters.
I can however assure the Deputy that the Government is committed to strengthening and supporting An Garda Síochána – and Budget 2023 provides funding to support the planned recruitment of up to 1,000 new Garda members. I can also assure the Deputy that I regularly engage with the Garda Commissioner to ensure that every possible support is in place to deliver on this level of recruitment.
I can also inform the Deputy that the next Garda Passing Out Ceremony is scheduled to take place on the 28 July 2023.