Garda Recruitment

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 23 April 2013

Tuesday, 23 April 2013

Ceisteanna (467)

Billy Timmins

Ceist:

467. Deputy Billy Timmins asked the Minister for Justice and Equality further to Parliamentary Question No. 163 of 13 March 2013, if he or the Garda Commissioner sets the maximum age limit for entry into An Garda Síochána; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [18302/13]

Freagraí scríofa

Minister for Justice and Equality

Recruitment in An Garda Síochána is governed by Statutory Regulation namely, the Garda Síochána (Admission & Appointments) Regulations 1988/2005. These regulations were made by the Minister with the approval of the Government and having first consulted with the Commissioner on the matter.