Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 22 January 2025
931. Deputy Alan Kelly asked the Minister for Justice the number of Gardaí within the Tipperary division that are trained and qualified in the use of drones and in legislation dealing with drones being used within public order spaces. [46382/24]
View answerAs the Deputy will be aware, under the Garda Síochána Act 2005 (as amended), the Garda Commissioner is responsible for the administration and management of An Garda Síochána. As Minister, I have no role in such matters.
I am informed by the Garda authorities that the number of Gardaí within Tipperary Division that are currently trained in the usage of drones, and in legislation dealing with drones being used within public order spaces, is less than 10. I am further advised that national support is drawn upon in such events.
I am informed data is not released by An Garda Síochána for counts less than 10, for data protection and security reasons.
