James Breen (Clare, Independent)
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Question 155: To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform further to Parliamentary Question No. 646 of 25 April 2006, when the radio system in Ennis Garda Station will be replaced; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [34692/06]

Michael McDowell (Dublin South East, Progressive Democrats)
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As outlined in my response to the Deputy's question of 26th April, the procurement of a Managed Digital Radio Service has been undertaken by the Department of Finance on behalf of An Garda Síochána, other blue light services and some non-commercial public bodies. The EU-based restricted tender procedure currently underway is now at tender evaluation stage. When this process is complete and a preferred bidder is selected, implementation of the new system will commence.

Implementation plans, including prioritisation of stations, will be decided following the selection of the successful bidder. Accordingly, it is not possible for the Garda authorities to be definitive about the rollout plan for Ennis Garda station at this stage. However, it is planned that implementation of the radio service will commence before the end of this year and be substantially implemented within a two year period.