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Starting salary revealed for Louth Garda trainees

Major garda recruitment campaign taking place

Starting salary revealed for Louth Garda trainees

Garda graduation in Templemore

Reporter:

Michelle O'Keeffe

22 Feb 2025 9:00 PM

The latest Garda recruitment competition is now in full swing with interested candidates having until 3pm on Thursday 27 February, 2025 to apply.
Commissioner Drew Harris has described a career with An Garda Síochána as "exciting, challenging and rewarding, and where no two days look the same.”
The Commissioner urged those considering a career in An Garda Síochána to examine all the role offers, from remuneration and associated benefits, to the incredible variety that comes with the role.
Garda Trainees graduate with a Level 7 Bachelor of Arts Degree in Applied Policing accredited by the University of Limerick, while being paid €354 per week for the 36 weeks of training.
Food and accommodation is provided free while resident in the Garda College.
Garda Trainees attest after 36 weeks and start on a salary of €37,311 which rises incrementally.
Garda Trainees will be assigned to work the core shift roster (12 hours) which attracts additional allowances, and will have the opportunity to work on overtime.
The competition will be operated by the Public jobs state body on behalf of An Garda Síochána.

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