Dermot Ahern (Louth, Fianna Fail)

I cannot guarantee that items are not in some way damaged or lost. It comes back to human nature. We must, however, give the Garda credit for the measures it has taken. It is not satisfied with the existing system and is trying to make it better by putting in a fully automated and computerised system. It will allow the Garda to have a database to track from a divisional point of view exhibits held in various locations. I am not claiming the Deputy is criticising but there will be incidents through human error and some neglect where difficulties could arise. The Garda has been given the resources to put this new management system into place as much as is humanly possible so that court exhibits are kept safely.

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