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The new Gardaí are among 154 recruits who graduated from the Garda College in Templemore today (August 22).
Minister for Rural and Community Development and the Gaeltacht, Dara Calleary TD, has welcomed the deployment of three newly attested Gardaí to Co. Mayo with two being deployed to Ballina and one to Castlebar, strengthening visible policing across the county.
Minister Calleary commented “The deployment of additional Gardaí is welcome. Every community wants to see more Gardaí visible in their area. It is one of the most effective measures we have for preventing crime and making people feel safer.
The new Gardaí are among 154 recruits who graduated from the Garda College in Templemore today. This intake represents the largest allocation of probationer Gardaí to regions outside Dublin in the past year and reflects the government’s ongoing investment in building stronger, safer communities.
Minister Calleary said the arrival of additional Garda members underlines Fianna Fáil’s commitment to increasing a Garda presence on the ground. He noted: “This latest allocation shows that investment in Garda recruitment is making a real difference on the ground. Local stations are being reinforced so they can continue to serve and protect communities effectively.
“Strengthening An Garda Síochána is a key priority for Fianna Fáil in Government, backed by a record €2.48 billion in funding in Budget 2025, a 27% increase since 2020. A further 201 Garda recruits will begin training in Templemore this week, while another graduation is scheduled for November, ensuring a steady pipeline of new members entering the organisation.”
Minister Calleary concluded “More Gardaí on the beat is one of the most effective ways to deter crime and enhance public safety. This latest deployment is a clear signal that the government is delivering on its promise to support communities with the resources they need to feel secure.”
Concluding Commissioner Harris reminded the new Garda Probationers: "You are here today because of a commitment to serve your country. You are here because of a desire to help people. You are here because you want better for your communities. You are here because it is a job worth doing. But no matter what it is that has brought you here today, the most important thing to remember is: Because you are here, You will keep the people of Ireland safe.”
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