Paul Donnelly
Ceist:63. Deputy Paul Donnelly asked the Minister for Justice the number of gardaí who are fully trained in high-speed driving and pursuit in the Blanchardstown, Finglas and Cabra area. [51649/22]
Amharc ar fhreagraThursday, 20 October 2022
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Freagraí scríofa
The Deputy will appreciate that the Garda Commissioner is responsible for the management and administration of An Garda Síochána, including provision of Garda training. I am, however advised that the Garda Driver Training Section provides a range of driving courses to meet the operational demands of the organisation across a wide range of vehicles. Two training centres are in operation at the Garda College in Templemore and at Garda Headquarters in Phoenix Park respectively.
The Competency Based Driving Level 2 (CBD2) training is a three week course aimed at frontline Garda Drivers. The course focuses on responsive driving skills and incorporates the function of emergency response, decision-making, relevant legal exemptions, and tactical guidelines around same.
I am informed by the Garda authorities that there are 86 Garda members who are fully trained in CBD2 across the Blanchardstown, Finglas and Cabra areas.