High-risk environment for Gardaí and members of the public The Association of Garda Sergeants and Inspectors has condemned the behaviour of a number of protestors in Dublin City Centre today (February 27, 2021). General Secretary, Antoinette Cunningham says, “It is utterly horrifying to see our members being placed under incredible stress, pressure and danger. “These types […]
Association of Garda Sergeants and Inspectors Cite Breach of Pay Agreement
Complaint submitted to Oversight Body at the Workplace Relations Commission over exclusion of Gardai in final public service pay talks The Association of Garda Sergeants and Inspectors has lodged an official complaint with the Oversight Body at the Workplace Relations Commission (WRC) over its exclusion from final pay negotiations for its members in December […]
Sergeants and Inspectors Concerned About Health, Safety and Risk Attached to Government Proposals Around COVID-19
The Association of Garda Sergeants and Inspectors have expressed serious concern about new Government measures which will require Gardai to follow up on mandatory quarantining by international arrivals into Ireland. General Secretary Antoinette Cunningham says, “We were concerned to hear the Minister for Justice Helen McEntee on Six One News on RTE yesterday saying that […]
AGSI call on decision-makers to re-visit priority list of vaccinations for members of An Garda Siochana
“There’s a need to reconsider the COVID-19 vaccination priority plan” [Listen Back] General Secretary speaks to Today with Claire Byrne presented by Philip Boucher Hayes CLICK TO LISTEN Photo credit Irish Times The Association of Garda Sergeants and Inspectors has called for a review of priority vaccinations for blue light workers including members […]
AGSI Express Shock and Dismay at Publication of National Pay Deal Before Presented to the Association
The Association of Garda Sergeants and Inspectors have expressed its disappointment at reading details of a proposed new National Pay Agreement in the media before getting sight of the final document. General Secretary Antoinette Cunningham stated that “As of 12.30pm this afternoon we still have not had sight of the final proposed document, despite the […]
Association of Garda Sergeants and Inspectors Express Concern About Reported Pay Talks
“No inclusion of Garda Staff Associations” The Association of Garda Sergeants and Inspectors (AGSI) has expressed deep concern following media reports about apparent exploratory talks to a successor to the Public Service Stability Agreement 2018-2020. AGSI says, “it appears that pay talks are happening but without the involvement of all stakeholders.” General […]
“COVID-19 Fine System Requires Clarification”
Sergeants and Inspectors express serious concerns about the practical application of proposed new legislation. The Association of Garda Sergeants and Inspectors (AGSI) have described as “concerning” and “unclear” new proposed laws which will give Gardai the legal right to issue on the spot fines for a breach of public health regulations. General Secretary, Antoinette Cunningham […]
AGSI Calls for Immediate and Urgent Clarification on Possible Stepped Up Enforcement Powers
Sergeants and Inspectors Call for Immediate and Urgent Clarification on Possible Stepped Up Enforcement Powers Read Irish Examiner Article Country moves to Level 3 on Living with Covid Plan as AGSI members await clarification on Taoiseach’s comments during national address last night The Association of Garda Sergeants and Inspectors (AGSI) have called for immediate and […]