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, […]
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 […]
Honouring Fallen Colleagues at Garda Memorial Day 2025
Garda Memorial Day took place on Saturday, 17th May, in glorious sunshine at Dublin Castle. The ceremony paid tribute to the 90 members of An Garda Síochána who gave their lives in the line of duty, serving and protecting the people of Ireland. This year’s commemoration was particularly poignant, taking place just one day after […]
A Dark Day for An Garda Síochána
The Association of Garda Sergeants and Inspectors (AGSI) has expressed their deepest sympathies to the family and colleagues of Garda Kevin Flatley fatally injured while on traffic duty in Dublin this afternoon. General Secretary Ronan Clogher described the news as ‘devastating’ and called it ‘a dark day’ for An Garda Síochána. “We are in shock […]
2025 AGSI Conference Motions
The 2025 Annual Delegate Conference of AGSI saw 15 motions put forward from Branches with one withdrawn. 2025 AGSI Conference Agenda and Motions
AGSI issues stark warning ahead of Annual Delegate Conference
Minister Failing to Act, Operating Model Not Working, and Serious Concerns over New Conduct and Performance Regulations Killarney, Co. Kerry – The Association of Garda Sergeants and Inspectors (AGSI) has warned that inaction by the Minister for Justice on key policing and Garda Industrial Relations issues is eroding morale and trust within An Garda Síochána. […]
AGSI Welcomes New Minister for Justice and Highlights Key Priorities
The Association of Garda Sergeants and Inspectors (AGSI) warmly welcomes the appointment of Deputy Jim O’Callaghan as the new Minister for Justice. Representing 2,500 Garda Sergeants and Inspectors AGSI say it looks forward to engaging with the Minister to address critical issues facing policing in Ireland today. General Secretary Ronan Clogher emphasised the importance of […]
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 […]