Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 8 May 2024
346. Deputy Patrick Costello asked the Minister for Justice the number of electrically assisted bicycles An Garda Síochána has; the number of Gardaí trained for patrolling duties on e-bikes; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [20245/24]
Amharc ar fhreagraAs the Deputy will be aware, under the Garda Síochána Act 2005 (as amended), the Garda Commissioner is responsible for the management and administration of An Garda Síochána, including the purchase, allocation, and effective and efficient use of Garda equipment. As Minister, I have no role in these independent functions.
The Garda authorities have advised that there are currently eight E-Bikes being trialled by An Garda Síochána.
I am further informed that as this is a pilot scheme, there is no specific E-Bike training programme in place. I am advised that the members involved in the pilot scheme have received appropriate instruction as to their use.
