Helen McEntee (Meath East, Fine Gael)
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The rioting and violent disorder in Dublin on 23 November was disgraceful and I commend Garda members and all emergency services for their quick response that night.

The Government is committed to building stronger, safer communities – and strengthening An Garda Síochána is at the core of that. Our record allocation of over €2.35 billion to An Garda Síochána will allow for the recruitment of more Garda members and staff, which will strengthen all of our communities, including in Dublin.

As the Deputy will be aware, on 29 November last year I wrote to the chair of the Authority requesting that the Authority advise me as to what else might enhance policing performance and support the Gardaí in the exercise of their lawful powers in situations such as arose in Dublin on 23 November.

I am advised by the Policing Authority that it expects to deliver this report to me in June of this year.