I am informed by the Garda authorities that 17 locations are set to receive new Garda CCTV systems over the next two years, subject to the availability of funds. These locations are Athlone, Ballyfermot, Bray, Carlow, Castlebar, Clondalkin, Clonmel, Dundalk, Dún Laoghaire, Ennis, Finglas, Galway, Kilkenny, Limerick, Sligo, Tallaght and Waterford. Applications for Garda CCTV systems are assessed by an advisory committee on the basis of Garda operational needs and take into account the following criteria: crime-public order statistics in the area; population and level of activity there; the recommendation of local Garda management; any special circumstances-needs that exist; and the likely impact of a Garda CCTV system on the area.