Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 14 May 2026
67. Deputy Ryan O'Meara asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration the number of recruits he expects to graduate at the next passing out ceremony in the Garda College in Templemore; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35699/26]
Amharc ar fhreagraThis Government is resolute in its support of An Garda Síochána. We want to build safe and secure communities, and a well-resourced policing service is critical to achieving that.
In Budget 2026, an unprecedented sum of €2.74 billion was allocated which is allowing for sustained investment in recruitment, technology and equipment.
The next attestation is due to take place 24 July 2026. The number of recruits who will graduate on that date is yet to be determined.
The Garda authorities have provided the following data for intakes to the college which will result in attestations across 2026:
|
- |
Intake Date |
Intake Number |
Attestation Date |
Attestation number |
|
Intake 252 |
09-Jun-25 |
170 |
6 Feb 2026 |
167 |
|
Intake 253 |
25-Aug-25 |
200 |
1 May 2026 |
193 |
|
Intake 254 |
17-Nov-25 |
223 |
24 Jul 2026 |
TBC |
|
Intake 261 |
09-Feb-26 |
215 |
16 Oct 26 |
TBC |
|
Intake 262 |
04-May-26 |
201 |
TBC |
TBC |
Along with the Commissioner, I launched a new Garda recruitment campaign earlier this week. The competition will run from 11 May 2026 and remain open until 3 June 2026 at 3pm. I would encourage anyone considering a career in An Garda Síochána to apply.
