Darragh Mc Donald, 18 yrs, who took Gold in the Paralympic 400mtrs Mens Freestyle Swimming on September 1st is none other than a nephew of the AGSI Deputy General Secretary John Redmond. John was at the event with his two sons and other family members to witness the win. He said ‘ the atmosphere was […]
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Interview with the Deputy General Secretary on News Ninety, Northern Sound Radio
Interview with the Deputy General Secretary on News Ninety, Northern Sound Radio
Department of Public Expenditure and Reform (DPERS) Allowance Change Announcement
DPERS has published the results of their review of allowances in the Public Sector, including An Garda Síochána. AGSI has sought an explaination from Management on the proposals.- a meeting date is awaited . Garda management say they are waiting for clarification from the Department of Justice and Defence. Rent allowance will not be […]
In the News: Morning Ireland
Deputy General Secretary of the AGSI, John Redmond takes part in a debate on the Government’s €3.5 million cuts to public sector allowances with Sean Murphy, Deputy Chief Executive of Chambers Ireland. The interview is undertaken by broadcaster Cathal MacCoille. Listen to the clip from Morning Ireland on Wednesday 19th September 2012 here. http://www.rte.ie/news/2012/0919/morningireland.html
In the News: RTE 1 Television
Deputy General Secretary of the AGSI, John Redmond is interviewed about the latest spate of killings in Ireland and the impact of cuts on garda resources. He reiterates the resolve and commitment of his members to investigating serious crime and bringing perpetrators of serious crime to justice. He calls on the Minister for Justice Alan […]
In the News: TV3 News
Deputy General Secretary of the AGSI, John Redmond is interviewed following the arrest of two men in relation to a surveillance operation overlooking Harcourt Street Garda Station. John Redmond says his members are at the coalface of investigating such serious crimes and is another reason why resources within An Garda Siochana should not be cut. […]
AGSI Appoints New General Secretary in Time of ‘Greatest Change’
“We live in a time where significant changes are happening within An Garda Síochána, where members now have to fight for core pay and fair working conditions.” John Redmond, newly appointed General Secretary of the AGSI was speaking ahead of a meeting with Justice Minister Alan Shatter this week to discuss proposed allowance cuts. […]
Former AGSI General Secretary Joe Dirwan Pays Tribute to Members
Joe Dirwan joined An Garda Síochana in October 1972
AGSI Remind Minister “Allowances are Core Pay”
Members of the National Executive of AGSI have met with Minister for Justice Alan Shatter (Thursday 18th October) on proposed cuts in allowances. The General Secreatary reminded the Minister that “allowances are core pay and are not up for negotiation.” The meeting with the Minister was arranged to discuss several motions from Conference which […]
AGSI Meet Department of Justice Officials on Allowance Cuts
AGSI rejects the assertion by the Department of Public Expenditure and Reform that Garda allowances can be adjusted for serving members and remains to be convinced that such changes are allowed under Croke Park. We reiterated our stance at a meeting (16th October 2012) with the Department of Justice. The list of changing allowances are […]