Jim O'Callaghan
Question:
429. Deputy Jim O'Callaghan asked the Minister for Justice the amount that An Garda Síochána spent on replacing musical instruments for the Garda band in 2023; if these musical instruments are insured for loss or damages; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [2501/24]
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I have contacted An Garda Síochána for the information requested by the Deputy. Regrettably this information was not available in time and I will write to the Deputy again once the information is to hand.
The following deferred reply was received under Standing Order 51
I refer to Parliamentary Question No. 429 of 23 January 2023 where you sought: “To ask the Minister for Justice the amount that An Garda Síochána spent on replacing musical instruments for the Garda band in 2023; if these musical instruments are insured for loss or damages.”
As you will recall, I had sought the information you requested from the Garda authorities and undertook to contact you again once the information was to hand.
As you 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 resources, including instruments for the Garda band. As Minister for Justice, I have no role in such matters.
I am informed that An Garda Síochána spent €1,839 on replacing musical instruments for the Garda Band in 2023. I am further advised that musical instruments are not insured for loss and damage.
I hope this information is of assistance.
