Decisions in relation to the deployment of Garda resources, including transport, are a matter for the Garda Commissioner. In that context the efficient deployment of Garda vehicles within each Garda Division is a matter for the Divisional Officer in the light of operational requirements.
I am informed that Garda management closely monitors the allocation of all transport resources with reference to crime trends, policing needs and other operational strategies in place on a District, Divisional and Regional level. This approach is designed to ensure that optimum use is made of available resources and that the best possible Garda service is provided to the public.