Jonathan O'Brien (Cork North Central, Sinn Fein)
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Question 164: To ask the Minister for Justice and Equality the details of firearms training provided for gardaí; the number of gardaí who have undertaken this training during each of the past seven years; the number of gardaí licensed to hold firearms; the number of gardaí who have received training in total; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [4281/12]

Jonathan O'Brien (Cork North Central, Sinn Fein)
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Question 165: To ask the Minister for Justice and Equality the amount of money paid to firearms instructors for Garda training during each of the past ten years. [4282/12]

Alan Shatter (Dublin South, Fine Gael)
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I propose to take Questions Nos. 164 and 165 together.

It has not been possible to provide the information required in the limited time available. The information is being collated and will be sent to the Deputy as soon as possible.