Cathal Crowe
Question:1026. Deputy Cathal Crowe asked the Minister for Justice the number of Garda personnel in the Clare-Tipperary Garda division who are in specialised units; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [56743/23]
View answerWednesday, 17 January 2024
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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 distribution of Garda members between the various Garda Units. As Minister, I have no role in such matters.
I am however assured that Garda management keeps the distribution of resources under continual review. I am advised that this is considered in the context of crime trends and policing priorities, to ensure the optimum use of these resources.
To be of assistance I sought the information requested by the Deputy from An Garda Síochána and have been advised that there are 146 Garda members assigned to specialist units in the Clare/Tipperary division.