Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 20 November 2008
122 Deputy Pádraic McCormack asked the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform when a resident Garda presence will be restored to Cárna Village, Connemara, County Galway following the damage to the barracks; if there are proposals to facilitate the presence of a Garda in Cárna in the Garda residence in Cárna; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [42046/08]
Amharc ar fhreagraI am advised by the Garda authorities that following an arson attack on the station on 12 October last, the Gardaí allocated to Carna are temporarily operating from Clifden Garda Station. Since the attack Garda activity in the area has been increased with additional patrols being carried out. In addition to the regular policing services provided, the area is patrolled by Galway Traffic Corps Units, District Detective Units and Crime Task Force Units and other Divisional resources will continue to be made available as required.
I am further advised that it is planned to secure an office in Carna in the near future. In addition, refurbishment work on the Garda Station commenced on the 17 November and is expected to be completed over the coming months.
The policing of Carna and its sub-district remains a priority and is kept under review by Garda management.
