The powers, which were announced two weeks ago, relate to enforcing limits on public gatherings.
The spokesperson said: "The gardaí already have extensive powers of enforcement and the focus of their activity is on encouraging people to adhere to the public health measures in place to help stop the spread of Covid-19." They added: "As the Garda Commissioner has said, their approach is to 'inform, engage and encourage'. This is proving very effective and the vast majority of the public are being responsible.
"Legislation providing further powers - should they be needed - has been passed by the Oireachtas. The associated regulations are being finalised," they added.
Why?
How very Irish
Everyone should study the sunset clauses for these powers. Interesting info in this article.
IV no problem with garda getting the new powers, we in a different world at moment, sure the military police are even stopping cars at moment, it's life
I take it these are emergency laws for a short period of time. ?
Oh oh, here she comes. 🤘🇮🇪
maybe that’ll stop employers taking the piss with classing themselves as “essential” and sending staff in to work in places with zero distancing or facilities, whilst they sit at home.
They need to be careful 🧐 what powers they are producing
They have more than enough powers already. Enough is enough.
It’s been a policed state here a while now
This is brilliant news because some people think that they can get away with things
Why am I feeing nervous about this!!
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