11 October 2015 The Minister for Justice and Equality, Frances Fitzgerald, has said she is appalled by the loss of life in Omeath this evening. Minister Fitzgerald said: “The fact that a Garda has laid down his life while protecting the community is a cause of great sadness. His death will be mourned by […]
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AGSI Statement: Death of Garda in Co. Louth
Association of Garda Sergeants & Inspectors Media Statement 11 October 2015 The Association of Garda Sergeants and Inspectors has extended its condolences to the family of the Garda shot dead in the line of duty tonight in Omeath, Co. Louth. Deputy General Secretary of the AGSI, John Jacob, described this evening’s events as “the ultimate […]
IRISH TIMES: “Rural crime is about jobs not Garda stations or the bail laws”
By John McManus, published in IrishTimes.com 8 October 2015 A 1,000 more on the dole in a Garda district leads to an extra 50 break-ins and thefts The harrowing testimony of the Corcoran family about their ordeal at the hands of a gang of seven Dublin criminals has given fresh impetus to the long-simmering debate […]
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Minister Publishes Criminal Justice (Burglary of Dwellings) Bill 2015
“This Bill is designed to keep repeat burglars off the streets and to improve the safety of our communities” – Fitzgerald 75% of burglaries are committed by 25% of burglars. Bill proposes refusal of bail and tougher sentencing for repeat home burglars 7th September, 2015 Frances Fitzgerald TD, has today published the Criminal Justice (Burglary […]