Charles Flanagan (Laois-Offaly, Fine Gael)
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Question 571: To ask the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform the number of members of An Garda Síochána who regularly carry out non-frontline duties which could be carried out by civilians; the rank of these members; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [11825/09]

Charles Flanagan (Laois-Offaly, Fine Gael)
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Question 572: To ask the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform the number of civilians carrying out non-frontline duties in An Garda Síochána; the annual increase in civilianisation since 2002; the number of posts yet to be filled; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [11826/09]

Dermot Ahern (Louth, Fianna Fail)
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I propose to take Questions Nos. 571 and 572 together.

I have requested the information sought by the Deputy from the Garda Commissioner. I will write to the Deputy directly when this information is to hand.