Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 6 November 2018
438. Deputy Jim O'Callaghan asked the Minister for Justice and Equality when instructions were given to the Policing Authority, the Garda Inspectorate or both to oversee a review of the boundaries of Garda districts and the spread of Garda stations; when it is expected this review will be published; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [45616/18]
Amharc ar fhreagraThe Deputy will appreciate that the Garda Commissioner is primarily responsible for the effective and efficient use of the resources available to An Garda Síochána. As Minister, I have no direct role in the matter.
The Programme for a Partnership Government includes a commitment to "mandate the Policing Authority to oversee a review of the boundaries of Garda districts and the dispersement of Garda stations". On foot of this commitment, the then Tánaiste issued a letter to the Policing Authority on 30 June 2016 in relation to the matter.
I understand that the Policing Authority subsequently requested the Garda Síochána Inspectorate to carry out a review of the dispersal and use of resources available to An Garda Síochána in the delivery of policing services to local communities.
I understand that it is anticipated that the review will be submitted to the Policing Authority by the end of this year.
