Eight new Gardaí allocated to Louth
Of the eight new Gardaí, six will be assigned to Drogheda and two will be assigned to Dundalk
Eight new probationary Gardaí have been assigned to Louth.
The allocation follows the attestation of 207 probationer Gardaí at the Garda College in Templemore on Friday. Following their graduation, the new members have now been assigned to Garda divisions across the country.
Of the eight new Gardaí, six will be assigned to Drogheda and two will be assigned to Dundalk.
The latest attestation sees the organisation reach its highest numbers of sworn members since the foundation of the State at 14,980 as the national population increases.
Of the 207 new Gardaí attesting today, 84 will be deployed to the Dublin Metropolitan Region, 76 to the Eastern Region, 27 to the North-Western Region, and 20 to the Southern Region.
Welcoming the allocation, local TD Deputy McGreehan said:
“We now have the largest number of Gardaí in the history of the State. This latest attestation demonstrates that a strong pipeline is being built to increase Garda numbers in communities across the country.
“The allocation of eight new Gardaí to Louth is particularly welcome. Every additional Garda strengthens our local policing service and helps ensure our communities receive the support and protection they deserve.
“High visibility policing remains a strong commitment for Fianna Fáil. Visible policing plays a vital role in preventing crime, supporting victims, and providing reassurance to our communities. Continued investment in Garda recruitment and resources is essential to ensure An Garda Síochána can meet the demands placed upon it.
“The work being led by my colleague, Minister Jim O’Callaghan, is delivering real results. Today’s allocation means more Gardaí on our streets and stronger, safer communities.”