Funding to recruit 1,000 gardaí, bringing force to 15,000
Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform Jack Chambers has said he is allocating funding to recruit up to 1,000 trainee gardaí, bringing the force to over 15,000 next year.
Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform Jack Chambers announced plans to recruit up to 1,000 new trainee gardaí, increasing the force to over 15,000 members in the coming year. In his Budget speech, Mr Chambers also revealed a €1.6 billion package for the Department of Defence, a 9% increase. This allocation will fund 850 new permanent members of the force, as well as upgrades for Air Corps and naval service equipment.
Additionally, €340 million from the National Development Plan will support the acquisition of new helicopters and the military radar programme, alongside investments in maritime surveillance and cyber security, as well as the modernisation of military installations.
Mr Chambers emphasized the crucial role of gardaí in maintaining safety across the country. A €5.9 billion allocation for the Department of Justice, Home Affairs and Migration includes €75 million for the prison service. €5.3 million will be earmarked for initiatives addressing Domestic, Sexual and Gender Based Violence, including additional funding for CUAN. Furthermore, there will be a €13.5 million increase for the Courts service, with €11.5 million dedicated to youth justice initiatives.
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