Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 11 February 2026
252. Deputy Barry Heneghan asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration further to Parliamentary Question No. 749 of 16 December 2025, if he has received the necessary information in order to have this PQ answered; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [10950/26]
Amharc ar fhreagraCombatting all forms of domestic, sexual and gender-based violence remains an absolute priority for this Government, for my Department and for the Garda Commissioner.
The nationwide roll out of Divisional Protective Service Units (DPSUs) - which ensures that when vulnerable victims of crimes such as domestic abuse and sexual violence present to Gardaí, they are met with a consistently high standard of specialist, sensitive, professional and expert assistance - was an action under both the 'Commission on the Future of Policing in Ireland' and ‘Supporting a Victim's Journey’.
There is now a DPSU in every Garda division across the country. I'm informed by the Commissioner that to ensure the continued level of delivery of policing services within Garda Divisions, local and senior management are consulted during the allocation of personnel and are responsible for the specific deployment/assignment of duties being undertaken at divisional level. The situation is closely monitored by the leadership team, to ensure optimum use of all Garda resources in providing the best possible Garda service to the community.
The below table outlines the number of Gardaí by rank attached to the Divisional Protective Services Bureau, Dublin Metropolitan Region, North Division, as at 30th November 2025.
|
Rank |
Strength |
|
Inspector |
2 |
|
Sergeant |
4 |
|
Garda |
14 |
|
Total |
20
|
