Michael D Higgins (Galway West, Labour)
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Question 74: To ask the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform if he will confirm that the Garda indoor firing range at Garda headquarters has been closed due to safety concerns; when it is expected that it will be reopened; the temporary arrangements which are in place to allow Gardaí to continue firearms training; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [22130/06]

Michael McDowell (Dublin South East, Progressive Democrats)
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I have been informed by the Garda Authorities that plans to refurbish the Garda indoor firing range at Garda Headquarters are being advanced. A specification of requirements has been prepared with the assistance of an external company which has expertise in this area.

In the interim, miliary ranges are being utilised to provide the requisite training for Garda personnel.