Richard Bruton (Dublin Bay North, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

As the Deputy has rightly pointed out, the programme for Government committed to a pilot scheme to reopen six Garda stations. The Garda was asked to undertake an analysis to identify locations for the pilot scheme. An interim report has been given to the Government. It recommends the opening of Stepaside and indicates that the process could be extended to other locations and that its final report would indicate the position in respect of those other locations, namely, Leighlinbridge, Donard and Rush. I understand this reflects population trends and operational reasons as to why these areas need the additional support. I understand the final report will come to Government shortly.

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