Shane McEntee (Meath, Fine Gael)
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Question 556: To ask the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform if his attention has been drawn to the serious disquiet in the Garda Síochána at the quality of the material used in the current uniform and ancillary equipment; if he is satisfied that the requirements of the current clothing contract for the Garda Síochána have been met; the action he proposes to take to remedy the situation; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [6859/06]

Michael McDowell (Dublin South East, Progressive Democrats)
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I have been informed by the Garda authorities that the new operational Garda uniform was introduced as part of a live trial to continue in the next three years. As would be expected with any trial of this nature, a number of issues were encountered that required addressing. These issues have all been acted upon and Garda management states that it is satisfied that the garments provided under this contract fully meet the specifications. This is also the view of the Government Supplies Agency, which is the awarding authority in respect of this contract.

I have been further informed that additional shirts and ties are being issued nationwide and that this process will be completed by the end of this month.