Garda Training.

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 25 April 2006

Tuesday, 25 April 2006

Ceisteanna (679)

Aengus Ó Snodaigh

Ceist:

727 Aengus Ó Snodaigh asked the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform his views on the claim of the general secretary of the Association of Garda Sergeants and Inspectors that in respect of firearms training, the Garda Síochána is far behind international best practice; and the steps he will take to rectify this dangerous shortcoming. [15279/06]

Freagraí scríofa

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

The Garda Commissioner has my full support in the provision of firearms training and facilities in the Garda Síochána up to international best practice. The Commissioner will report to me shortly on this issue and I will contact the Deputy with more detailed information on current and proposed arrangements.