Frank Feighan (Roscommon-South Leitrim, Fine Gael)
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Question 1289: To ask the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform if he will take action in relation to the fact that there are only three gardaí stationed at Ballinamore, County Leitrim; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2558/08]

Brian Lenihan Jnr (Dublin West, Fianna Fail)
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As of 31 December 2007, the latest date for which figures are readily available, the total strength of Ballinamore Garda Station was 5. The Deputy will appreciate that, as with any large organisation, on any given day the overall strength of the organisation may fluctuate due, for example, to retirements, resignations etc. It is the responsibility of the Garda Commissioner to allocate personnel throughout the Force taking everything into account. The situation will be kept under review and when additional personnel next become available the needs of the Garda Station referred to by the Deputy will be fully considered by the Commissioner within the overall context of the needs of Garda stations throughout the country.