David Stanton (Cork East, Fine Gael)
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541. To ask the Minister for Justice and Equality the policy of An Garda Síochána in relation to domestic violence; the specific training provided to Gardaí to assist them in responding to incidents of domestic violence; if they advise all parties involved in domestic violence incidences as regards their rights in relation to safety and protection orders; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [21550/15]

Frances Fitzgerald (Dublin Mid West, Fine Gael)
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I have been informed by the Garda Commissioner that the detailed information in relation to An Garda Síochána Policy on Domestic Violence Intervention is published on the Garda Website (www.garda.ie) website at: .

This policy is currently under review and the new policy will be published on completion of the review.

Currently, the Garda Síochána Policy on Domestic Violence Intervention outlines that all victims of Domestic Violence, irrespective of relationship type, will have their complaint of domestic violence investigated and in addition, the investigating member of An Garda Síochána should ensure that the victims are fully informed of the legal redress available to them through the civil courts.

One of the central features evident in incidents of domestic violence is the need for co-ordination of Garda work with that of other relevant services in that area, both statutory and voluntary which may be of assistance and provide support.

Members of An Garda Síochána receive training in relation to the investigation and policy of An Garda Síochána on Domestic Violence at the Garda College, Templemore as part of their training prior to allocation to a Garda Station.