Seán Kenny (Dublin North East, Labour)
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Question 509: To ask the Minister for Justice and Equality if any Garda station in the Garda R or J district of the Dublin region will receive an additional Garda vehicle when those vehicles are rolled out shortly; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [15611/12]

Alan Shatter (Dublin South, Fine Gael)
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The provision of Garda resources, including transport, is a matter for the Garda Commissioner. At Divisional level the deployment of Garda vehicles is undertaken by the Divisional Officer in the light of operational requirements. I am advised by the Garda authorities that the allocation of Garda transport at both District and Divisional level is subject to ongoing review. Additionally, I am advised that a new Garda vehicle has been allocated to both the Raheny District (J) and the Coolock District (R) in 2012.

I am also informed that provision has been made by the Garda authorities to acquire new Garda vehicles. This is a matter which will be pursued in the light of An Garda Síochána's identified policing requirements and the availability of financial resources. In this context I understand that the needs of the areas referred to by the Deputy will be fully considered.