James Breen (Clare, Independent)
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Question 646: To ask the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform when the radio system that is obsolete will be replaced in the Garda barracks, Abbey Street, Ennis; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14540/06]

Michael McDowell (Dublin South East, Progressive Democrats)
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The procurement of a managed digital radio service is being undertaken by the Department of Finance on behalf of the Garda Síochána, other blue light services and some non-commercial public bodies. An EU-based restricted tender procedure is currently underway.

The radio system in Ennis will be replaced by the new system. As the exact timeframe for rollout will be subject to contract negotiations with the successful bidder, it is not possible for the Garda authorities to be definitive about rollout schedules for the various Garda divisions. However, I can say it is planned that implementation of the radio service will commence later this year.