Garda Retirement.

Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 8 July 2004

Thursday, 8 July 2004

Ceisteanna (50)

Jerry Cowley

Ceist:

42 Dr. Cowley asked the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform if he will extend the Garda retirement age to 65 in view of the serious lack of Garda personnel. [20588/04]

Freagraí scríofa

Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform (Mr. McDowell)

I have no plans to increase the retirement age for members of the Garda Síochána who were recruited prior to 1 April.

The changes in the retirement age for members of the Garda Síochána, outlined in the Public Service Superannuation (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2004, will apply only to new entrants who are recruited after 1 April.