Calls on Garda Management to release full document immediately The Association of Garda Sergeants and Inspectors (AGSI) is deeply concerned by the reported contents of the Crowe Report, which appears to be highly critical of how An Garda Síochána, under Commissioner Harris’ leadership, has overseen and supported personnel within a specific section of the organisation, […]
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AGSI Welcomes Appointment of New Garda Commissioner at Critical Juncture for Policing
The incoming Commissioner Justin Kelly has challenges to tackle amid staffing crisis, rising resignations, and capacity concerns The Association of Garda Sergeants and Inspectors (AGSI) has today welcomed the appointment of the new Garda Commissioner Justin Kelly, at a pivotal moment for policing in Ireland. Speaking following the announcement, AGSI General Secretary Ronan Clogher said the organisation looks forward […]
AGSI Call for 18,0000 Gardai at Joint Oireachtas Committee on Justice
The Association of Garda Sergeants and Inspectors (AGSI) attended the Joint Oireachtas Committee on Justice, Home Affairs and Migration on Tuesday 17 June, 2025. AGSI has called for the strength of An Garda Síochána to be increased to 18,000 to serve an increasing population but also to prevent a policing crisis. Representing middle-ranking Gardaí, AGSI highlighted […]
AGSI Questionnaire reveals Garda Members’ Concerns Over Current Operating Model
AGSI publishes insights from Sergeants and Inspectors The Association of Garda Sergeants and Inspectors (AGSI) has released the findings of its recent member questionnaire, shedding light on significant dissatisfaction amongst the supervisory ranks of An Garda Siochana with the current Garda Operating Divisional Model. The Operating Model is the new Divisional system and structure of […]
Ronan Clogher Appointed General Secretary of the Association of Garda Sergeants and Inspectors (AGSI)
Roscommon Native Heads up New AGSI Leadership Team The Association of Garda Sergeants and Inspectors (AGSI) is pleased to announce the appointment of Ronan Clogher as its new General Secretary. Mr. Clogher, a seasoned leader within the Garda force, brings with him a wealth of experience and a strong commitment to continue to advocate for […]
Minister McEntee secures €98m additional funding for 2024 to build safer, stronger communities
€61m for Garda overtime to increase high visibility policing Prisons budget reaches €500m for the first time, funding additional staff and the construction of new prison places A second new helicopter to be purchased for An Garda Síochána Additional investment in 100 vehicles and 2 Water Canon to maintain public safety 19 October […]
Minister McEntee commences landmark reform of An Garda Síochána and oversight bodies
Members named to the new Garda Board and the Policing and Community Safety Authority Former President of the Court of Appeal, Mr. Justice George Birmingham, designated as the first Independent Examiner of Security Legislation 15 October 2024 issued by the Department of Justice Press Office The Minister for Justice, Helen McEntee, TD, has announced […]
AGSI Address Media at 2024 Conference
The 2024 Annual Delegate Conference of the AGSI took place in Westport in March. Over three days 140 delegates proposed motions and discussed the issues affecting their day-to-day working lives. Many of these issues were raised by the media and during a press conference Acting General Secretary, Ronan Clogher answered journalists’ questions.
AGSI Statement on Violence in Dublin City Centre
The Association of Garda Sergeants and Inspectors (AGSI) has severely condemned the violence and thuggish scenes displayed this evening in Dublin City Centre. AGSI General Secretary Antoinette Cunningham stated, “We are seriously concerned for the safety of our members working in such violent, stressful and dangerous conditions. “The scenes we are witnessing across social media […]
AGSI Statement on Garda Commissioner No Confidence Vote
The matter of confidence in the Garda Commissioner is not something that AGSI has ever discussed as it simply has not been an issue for our Association. We continue to work collaboratively with the Commissioner and Garda Management on the Garda Reform Agenda and while we have issues around the Operating Police Model, recruitment, and […]