Olivia Mitchell (Dublin South, Fine Gael)
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Question 125: To ask the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform his views on the decision to prohibit the wearing of a turban and consequently prohibit members of the Sikh community from membership of An Garda Síochána; if this policy is being reviewed; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [22234/07]

Brian Lenihan Jnr (Dublin West, Fianna Fail)
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The Garda Síochána Uniform and the wearing of any items of clothing as part of that Uniform, for either the full time Force or the Reserve, is a matter for the Garda Commissioner.

There have been consultations between the Sikh community and the Garda authorities on this matter and the Garda Commissioner's official statement, which explains his position, is available on www.garda.ie.