Seymour Crawford (Cavan-Monaghan, Fine Gael)
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Question 167: To ask the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform the number of Garda checkpoints which have been specifically put in place to breathalyse for drunk driving in the Cavan and Monaghan, Louth and Meath divisional districts for each of the past four years; the time of day or night these checkpoints took place and the length of time; if he is satisfied that he has sufficient personnel to deal with this issue; if he will advise if or when he plans to roll out the promised speed cameras structure on a national basis; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [39937/09]

Dermot Ahern (Louth, Fianna Fail)
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In the time available it has not been possible for the Garda authorities to provide the information requested by the Deputy in relation to the number of Garda checkpoints which have been specifically put in place to breathalyse for drunk driving in specific areas referred. I will be in contact with the Deputy when the information is to hand.

An Garda Síochána is engaged in a procurement process, in accordance with EU Directives, national public procurement procedures and relevant legislation, for the provision and operation of safety cameras by a service provider. A preferred bidder has been selected, and contract discussions are at an advanced stage. Every effort is being made to proceed with this project as speedily as possible. Until these discussions are concluded, it is not possible to indicate details of the proposed introduction of or a specific timetable for the project.