Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 21 June 2022
660. Deputy Cormac Devlin asked the Minister for Justice if Adamstown is being considered for a new Garda station by Garda management; the criteria and the way that potential sites and locations are identified; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [32063/22]
Amharc ar fhreagraAs the Deputy will be aware, in accordance with the Garda Síochána Act 2005 (as amended), the Garda Commissioner is responsible for the management and administration of An Garda Síochána, which includes responsibility for the formulation of proposals in relation to the opening and closing of Garda stations.
The programme of development, replacement and refurbishment of Garda accommodation is progressed by the Garda authorities working in close cooperation with the Office of Public Works (OPW), which has the responsibility for the development, provision and maintenance of Garda accommodation.
I am advised by the Garda authorities that the determination of the need for an upgraded, refurbished or new Garda Station is considered by An Garda Síochána having regard to a range of factors, including the overall accommodation requirements arising from An Garda Síochána’s operational needs, the expansion of the Garda workforce, the implementation of A Policing Service for the Future (APSFF) and of the new Garda Operating Model, and the sum of capital funding available.
I am informed that the provision of a new Garda Station at Adamstown does not form part of An Garda Síochána’s current capital plan.
