Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 25 March 2009
144 Deputy Charles Flanagan asked the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform the progress of the establishment of regional armed response teams; the approximate cost of such a team annually; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [12496/09]
Amharc ar fhreagraI am informed by the Garda authorities that the establishment of Regional Armed Response Units was commenced, on a pilot basis, in the Southern Region on 3rd September, 2008. Recruitment is progressing for the roll-out of Armed Response Units in the Eastern and Western Region at present.
I am further informed that the annual costs associated with running these units is not yet available as they are still at the establishment and roll-out stages.
