Ms Nóirín O'Sullivan:

It is a most important issue because our assets are our people, and the asset to the community is the commitment and morale of the men and women of An Garda Síochána. To reiterate, it is a testament to the strength and resilience of the men and women of An Garda Síochána that despite all of the constraints and the reductions in manpower and resources they remain steadfast in their commitment, and the results speak for themselves. The commitment of the people who have served in An Garda Síochána and those coming on to serve in An Garda Síochána has never waned. They are willing to work 24-7, 365 days a year. It is certainly a boost for the morale of the community and our members to see recruitment beginning again. Everybody likes to see new gardaí coming to local communities and stations.

The new fleet and technology are of significant help as well. We look forward to that continuing.