Issue Date: 01/10/2024
An Garda Síochána has today welcomed the range of measures announced by Government in today’s Budget to support policing.
Speaking today, a Garda spokesperson said, "Following ongoing engagement between Garda senior management and the Department of Justice, the Minister and Government has provided in 2025 the biggest annual budget in An Garda Síochána’s history.
"In particular, funding for initiatives in areas such as speed safety cameras, digital evidence management, and public order will assist Gardaí in keeping people and communities safe.
"The increase in overtime funding will enable us to enhance visibility and target operations at key crimes.
"While the increase in the allowance for Garda trainees, and funding for additional Garda and Garda staff recruitment next year will also support our on-going efforts to increase the number of Gardaí working in communities.”
