Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 26 May 2026
789. Deputy Grace Boland asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration the number of inspectors and superintendents currently serving in Y district;; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [38835/26]
Amharc ar fhreagraThe Garda Commissioner is responsible for the management and administration of An Garda Síochána under Section 33 of the Policing, Security and Community Safety Act 2024, which includes the distribution and stationing of Garda personnel throughout the State.
An Garda Síochána publishes figures in relation to the allocation of Garda personnel nationally. This includes a breakdown of Gardaí by rank and Division from 2009 to the end of March 2026, the latest date for which figures are available. The data for 2026 can be found at the following link: www.garda.ie/en/about-us/our-departments/human-resources-and-people-development/garda-hr-directorate/garda-strength-breakdown-2026/garda-strength-breakdown-2026.html.
The Deputy should select the most recently available month and then select the file titled ‘Garda Members by division district and station" to access the number of Garda members, Sergeants, Inspectors and Superintendents, assigned to the Balbriggan Community Engagement Area (the area formerly encompassed by Y District prior to implementation of the Garda Operating Model).
