Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 18 September 2024
507. Deputy Jim O'Callaghan asked the Minister for Justice the amount spent on purchasing new tasers and accessories for such tasers for specialist Garda units in 2023 and to date in 2024, in tabular form; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [36380/24]
Amharc ar fhreagraThe Government is committed to tackling the scourge of anti-social behaviour and crime to build safer streets and stronger communities. Which includes providing the funding necessary to strengthen the equipment available to An Garda Síochána for public order policing, including the deployment of tasers and stronger incapacitant spray.
As the Deputy will be aware, under 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 resources. As Minister, I have no role in these independent functions.
However, to be of assistance I sought the information requested from An Garda Síochána and have been advised that the table below outlines the amount spent on tasers by An Garda Síochána in 2023 and to date in 2024.
|
YEAR |
SPEND (inclusive of VAT) |
|
2023 |
€1,113,297 (Taser Upgrade) |
|
2024 |
€376,380 |
Information supplied is operational and subject to change.
