Michael Healy-Rae (Kerry South, Independent)
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To ask the Minister for Justice and Equality his views on correspondence (details supplied) regarding policing in County Kerry; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1954/13]

Alan Shatter (Dublin South, Fine Gael)
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The Deputy will be aware that the Commissioner is responsible for the detailed allocation of resources, including personnel, throughout the organisation. This allocation of resources is constantly monitored in the context of crime trends, policing needs and other operational strategies in place on a District, Divisional and Regional level to ensure optimum use is made of Garda resources and the best possible Garda service is provided to the public.

I have been informed by the Garda Commissioner that the strength of the Kerry Division, broken down by District and station, as of the 30 November 2012, the latest date for which figures are readily available is set out in the table.

Senior Garda Management are satisfied that a comprehensive policing service continues to be delivered and that current structures in place meet the requirement to deliver an effective and efficient policing service to the community.