Commission On The Future Of Policing

What a sorry and very Irish saga: A squandered opportunity to strengthen national security

The Policing, Security and Community Safety Act has been compromised beyond recognition

Wed Feb 14 2024 - 05:45

Garda divisions in Clare and Tipperary merge as part of reform plan

Changes come in the wake of Commission on the Future of Policing in Ireland.

Mon Aug 28 2023 - 12:01

Big data at the forefront of modern Garda Síochána investigations

Aim is to ‘saturate’ divisions and specialist units with skills to use data against criminals

Tue Mar 01 2022 - 12:11

Garda resistance to reform expected, says deputy commissioner

More gardaí are now coming forward to identify wrongdoing, says Shawna Coxon

Thu Feb 24 2022 - 01:00

Garda reform comes at time of ‘poor’ morale within force

As medals minted to celebrate 100-year anniversary, many members voice unhappiness

Mon Feb 21 2022 - 01:00

Drew Harris has ‘a clear vision’ for an Garda Síochána. Can he make it a reality?

The Irish police force, now 100 years old, is undergoing its biggest transformation

Sun Feb 20 2022 - 06:00

New ‘contemporary’ Garda uniforms rolled out for all frontline members

Uniform change is third in An Garda Síochána’s 100 year history

Mon Feb 07 2022 - 15:27

Campaign to encourage African-Irish and Travellers to join Garda

Cabinet approves move to ensure Irish language skill no longer advantage in recruitment

Thu Dec 16 2021 - 06:30

Ombudsman defends new powers for Gsoc replacement body

Drew Harris says new legislation is a ‘flagrant breach of human rights’

Sat Dec 04 2021 - 01:01

The Irish Times view on Garda oversight: policing the police

The Government should not be afraid to give stronger powers to agencies overseeing one of the State’s most powerful institutions

Fri Nov 12 2021 - 20:00

Not all elements of Garda reform will please everyone, says McEntee

Minister for Justice says change must happen as opposition mounts to reforms

Mon Nov 08 2021 - 19:41

Sergeants, inspectors strongly opposed to plans for Garda reform

Harsher approach should be taken to those who attempt to strangle partner, McEntee says

Mon Nov 08 2021 - 06:35

Garda Commissioner critical of reform plan for force

Changes would result in ‘seeping away’ of his authority as most senior Garda officer, says Harris

Wed Oct 20 2021 - 19:57

Phoneline set up for gardaí to report colleagues for corruption

‘Integrity network’ to be established across force and education programme run

Tue Oct 19 2021 - 01:00

The Irish Times view on Garda reform: Drew Harris pushes back

Commissioner argues change to policing culture must come from within not enhanced Gsoc

Sun Sept 12 2021 - 14:57

Q&A: Why is Drew Harris suddenly criticising plans for Garda reform?

Strength of Commissioner’s opposition may test political resolve

Thu Sept 09 2021 - 18:27

Garda Commissioner Drew Harris criticises ‘draconian’ Government plans to reform force

Garda Commissioner outlines ‘serious concerns’ over new draft legislation

Thu Sept 09 2021 - 01:20

Garda reform plans hit a roadblock with commissioner’s comments

Drew Harris’s concerns are numerous, and chief among them are proposed Gsoc powers

Thu Sept 09 2021 - 01:20

Garda promotions to be handled by Public Appointments Service

More than 200 sergeants set to be appointed under new regulations this year

Mon Jul 19 2021 - 00:01

Q&A: Sinn Féin’s Dáil ‘walk out’ and the Special Criminal Court

Annual renewal debate and Dublin Bay South by-election put SCC back in spotlight

Thu Jun 24 2021 - 18:08

New Garda powers to allow access to mobile phones, changes to ‘stop and search’

Refusal to provide phone or computer password set to become criminal offence

Mon Jun 14 2021 - 06:49

Helen McEntee starts temporary solution maternity leave

Minister for Justice signals need for legislative change in addition to policing reforms

Tue Apr 27 2021 - 21:52

Q&A: How is oversight of Garda performance set to change?

New Bill will lead to the most ambitious programme of Garda reform in decades

Tue Apr 27 2021 - 20:31

Garda body cameras likely to be used only in potential confrontations

Access to footage will be strictly controlled under proposals being considered

Mon Apr 26 2021 - 01:03

Warning of ‘wasted year’ if Defence Forces commission does not consider pay

Chair of new reform body tells Oireachtas committee it will not address overtime

Tue Apr 20 2021 - 20:39

Dáil approves nomination of two new GSoc appointees

TD objects to former PSNI officer on ‘need to be seen to be impartial and dispassionate’

Wed Jan 27 2021 - 20:59

Defence Forces: First steps in reform to be approved by Cabinet

Commission will examine forces’ future but many within military fear its scope is limited

Tue Dec 15 2020 - 01:00

The Irish Times view on Gsoc’s progress: Policing the police

Plans for new arrangements present an opportunity to refine how oversight works

Mon May 04 2020 - 01:01

How will Covid-19 affect our relationship with the Garda?

After years of crises the force faces its biggest challenge in a century

Mon Apr 20 2020 - 02:01

Thirty six senior Garda approved for early retirement

Assistant Commissioner and executive director among those taking package

Mon Feb 24 2020 - 11:00

Gardaí can now access Workplace Relations Commission and Labour Court

New internal dispute resolutions put in place for force, with commissioner acting as ‘CEO’

Sat Feb 01 2020 - 00:00

Garda Ombudsman says commissioner won’t alert it of complaints

Gsoc obliged to notify Garda of every investigation it launches into member of force

Sun Dec 22 2019 - 20:57

Garda body cameras could breach privacy rights, ICCL warns

‘There is no good evidence for the positive impact of their use,’ group says

Thu Oct 31 2019 - 09:13

Dublin’s north inner city has highest crime rate in the State

The number of recorded offences in the area is over five times the national average

Wed Oct 02 2019 - 00:01