Brian Stanley
Ceist:436 Deputy Brian Stanley asked the Minister for Justice and Equality the number of Garda stations in County Offaly that have access to broadband; and the number that do not have access to broadband. [13744/12]
Amharc ar fhreagraTuesday, 13 March 2012
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Freagraí scríofa
The provision of Garda information technology resources is a matter for the Garda Commissioner. I am informed by the Garda authorities that there are 16 Garda stations in County Offaly of which 7 are currently connected to the Garda Network providing them with broadband facilities. While the remaining 9 stations are not linked to the Garda Network personnel serving at these stations access the Network through connected stations.
I am also advised that the general Garda policy is to expand the number of stations attached to the Garda Network. This is a process which is undertaken in the light of overall operational requirements and the availability of financial resources.