Dáil Éireann Debate, Monday - 9 September 2024
1096. Deputy Alan Kelly asked the Minister for Justice further to Parliamentary Question No. 1532 of 23 July 2024, if she has received the necessary information from the Garda authorities to answer this PQ. [34497/24]
View answerParliamentary Question No. 1532 of 23 July sought the ages of the trucks currently in use by the Garda Water Unit; and if funding is available for the replacement of these trucks.
As you will appreciate, in accordance with the Garda Síochána Act 2005 (as amended), the Garda Commissioner is responsible for the management and administration of An Garda Síochána, including the purchase, allocation, and effective and efficient use of Garda vehicles. As Minister for Justice, I have no role in these matters.
I am informed by the Garda authorities that the table below provides the ages of the trucks currently in use by the Garda Water Unit. Information supplied is operational and subject to change.
|
Age |
Cars |
Vans |
4x4 |
Other |
Total |
|
3-6 Years |
1 |
1 |
1 |
0 |
3 |
|
6-10 Years |
0 |
1 |
3 |
0 |
4 |
|
Over 10 Years |
0 |
0 |
0 |
2 |
2 |
|
Total |
1 |
2 |
4 |
2 |
9 |
I am advised that all vehicles are operated up to the manufacturer’s durability limits or uneconomic repair, irrespective of age. I am also advised that a comprehensive Service Repair and Maintenance programme is in place to ensure that all vehicles are operating to manufacturers specifications.
Furthermore, I am assured that the purchase and allocation of vehicles by An Garda Síochána is made on the basis of identified operational demands, the availability of resources and is reviewed on a continual basis.
I trust this information is of assistance.
