Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 29 June 2023
342. Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Justice the progress to date in upgrading accommodation to facilitate the restoration of services as announced by Government in 2017 (details supplied); if she will ensure that these works are completed at an early date; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [31790/23]
View answerAs 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 all decisions related to the Garda Estate. As Minister, I have no role in such matters and am unable to seek to direct, or otherwise influence, the Commissioner in regards to these matters.
I am however advised by the Garda authorities that the proposed works remain under consideration and will be the subject of ongoing review by the Commissioner.
