Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 8 December 2021
130. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Justice if she and her Department are kept informed of operational concerns within An Garda Síochána; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [60867/21]
Amharc ar fhreagra131. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Justice when and the frequency with which she meets with the Garda Commissioner to discuss matters of national interest such as current or future matters of interest or concern; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [60868/21]
Amharc ar fhreagraI propose to take Questions Nos. 130 and 131 together.
I can inform the Deputy that both I and my senior officials are in regular and frequent communication with the Garda Commissioner and his senior management team in respect of all matters within the competency of the Commissioner under the Garda Síochána Act 2005.
The Garda Commissioner is required by law to keep me, as Minister for Justice, and the Secretary General of my Department fully informed of matters relating to significant developments in policing and security.
Most recently, and for the Deputy’s information, I met with Garda Commissioner on 16 November last following my return from maternity leave and again on 7 December.
