Malcolm Byrne (Wicklow-Wexford, Fianna Fail)
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420. To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Justice and Equality if her Department has yet acquired water cannon to address public disturbances; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [31519/25]

Jim O'Callaghan (Dublin Bay South, Fianna Fail)
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Two water cannon vehicles were delivered to An Garda Síochána in January 2025. One of these vehicles was displayed on Monday 9 June 2025 during the launch of the ‘Transforming An Garda Síochána 2018-2024’ report. In addition, significant investments have been made since 2023 in the procurement of additional personal protective equipment for Garda members, including incapacitant spray with greater potency, and upgrades to body armour and defensive equipment available for Public Order Units.