Dáil debates

Tuesday, 5 November 2019

Saincheisteanna Tráthúla - Topical Issue Debate

Garda Divisional Headquarters

7:00 pm

Photo of Alan KellyAlan Kelly (Tipperary, Labour) | Oireachtas source

In fairness, I lost a minute so I ask for a little latitude.

There is also a lack of consultation. The Garda Representative Association in the county has made valid points about the lack of resources in Tipperary. The Garda Commissioner was unable to tell us how many extra gardaí would result from this changeover. I asked the Commissioner a question the other day but he did not answer it. He stated that a number of divisions would be opened first, which I respect, after which the process would be analysed and audited and the findings and learnings would be considered. All I am asking for is a review of this decision-making process after several years to see whether it is working or justifiable. That is a reasonable request. Auditing is good. This decision is obviously wrong because all the metrics show it is wrong. I am asking the Minister to put forward that request.

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