Tony McLoughlin (Sligo-North Leitrim, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

I hope this pilot scheme is extended to other areas. With fewer stations needing to be manned, I do not see why this is not possible. I urge the Garda Commissioner and the Minister to ensure the force brings the public on board. I want gardaí to form relationships with community forum groups so there is an active community alert group in each local community. Such community alert groups should be responsible for liaising with local gardaí, discussing specific patrol routes and identifying people who are vulnerable and at risk. If gardaí and communities work together and in partnership, they will protect citizens who may be possible targets.

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