Charles Flanagan (Laois-Offaly, Fine Gael)

It is neither feasible nor fair of the Minister to put the entire onus of this matter on the Garda Síochána when he speaks of proposed improvements. He knows Garda improvements are dependent on Garda resources which, in turn, are dependent on the Minister and the manner in which he makes them available. With the economic downturn, will the Minister confirm the €260 million promised for new and upgraded Garda stations will not be adversely affected?

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