Concerns raised over lack of Garda resources for roads policing

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Taoiseach Simon Harris expresses concern over the insufficient allocation of Garda resources for roads policing, while Junior Transport Minister Jack Chambers highlights the collapse in enforcement levels. The number of road fatalities in Ireland has increased compared to the previous year.

Taoiseach Simon Harris has said he is concerned about the lack of Garda resources allocated to roads policing as Junior Transport Minister Jack Chambers said enforcement levels have “collapsed”.

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“In addition to what the Commissioner has outlined, I welcome the fact he's complimenting the work of roads policing units with the initiative now with 30 minutes per day for all uniformed police Gardaí.

Taoiseach Simon Harris Garda Resources Roads Policing Junior Transport Minister Jack Chambers Enforcement Levels Road Safety Road Safety Authority Minister Chambers Justice Minister Helen Mcentee Transport Minister Eamon Ryan Road Fatalities Ireland

 

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