Stephen Donnelly (Wicklow, Independent)
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281. To ask the Minister for Justice and Equality in view of reports that Garda cycle unit members in County Wicklow are supplying their own clothing, footwear and equipment, if she will provide the necessary uniform and equipment for the Garda cycle units in the county; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [37854/14]

Frances Fitzgerald (Dublin Mid West, Fine Gael)
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The provision and allocation of Garda uniforms is a matter for the Garda Commissioner.

In that context I am advised by the Garda authorities that applications for Garda mountain bike uniforms are made through local Garda management. I am further advised that all Garda members who require such uniforms and/or equipment have been issued with the appropriate items or approval has been granted for the issue of same.