Michael Lowry (Tipperary North, Independent)
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Question 185: To ask the Minister for Justice and Equality if he will provide details on the cost to the State of providing a crime prevention officer; the cost of bringing a crime prevention officer from Waterford to the Tipperary area when one is required; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36388/11]

Alan Shatter (Dublin South, Fine Gael)
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I am informed by the Garda authorities that the cost to the State of providing a Crime Prevention Officer consists of an annual salary at Sergeant rank which is in the range of €44,725 - €53,119 and a Crime Prevention Allowance which is set currently at €30.90 per week. The primary cost of bringing a Crime Prevention Officer from Waterford to the Tipperary area is variable and comprises travel and subsistence expenses payable at the normal rates for An Garda Síochána.

I am further informed by the Garda authorities that local Garda management is satisfied that a full and effective policing service is being delivered to the community. Local Garda management closely monitors the allocation of all resources having regard to crime trends, general policing needs and specific operations at District, Divisional and Regional level.