An Garda Síochána

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 13 June 2023

Tuesday, 13 June 2023

Questions (895)

Paul Kehoe

Question:

895. Deputy Paul Kehoe asked the Minister for Justice if there is any pathway whereby an experienced prison officer could transfer to An Garda Síochána without going through the basic recruitment process; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [27752/23]

Written answers

Minister for Justice

As the Deputy will be aware, the Garda Commissioner is responsible for the management and administration of Garda business, including the recruitment and training of Garda members and staff, under Section 26 of the Garda Síochána Act 2005 (as amended).

Recruitment to An Garda Síochána is governed by legislation, particularly the Garda Síochána (Admissions and Appointments) Regulations 2013. Under the current Regulations, there is no pathway for an experienced prison officer to transfer to An Garda Síochána without undergoing the recruitment process.