asked the Minister for Justice if he is aware that no Garda station remains open after 6 p.m between the towns of Cahir and Abbeyleix on the main Dublin/Cork road; and if he is satisfied that the policing of that road can be carried out effectively in such circumstances.
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The reduced opening hours of the stations along the stretch of road referred to have been fixed to enable the station parties to carry out the maximum amount of the more important outdoor police duties, while providing an adequate office service.
The commissioner assures me that the present arrangements are designed to make the best possible use of the available manpower.