Tag: JPC
Galway is sold short on Garda recruits
The Galway Garda Division has received just nine new recruits since 2012 – and none this year, the Minister for Justice has confirmed.
There were...
Garda chief doesn’t have the resources to tackle open-air drinking
Galway’s Garda Chief has said the sustainability of increased checks for public drinking in the Spanish Arch is under threat due to a lack...
Heightened security for Galway Races to combat potential threats
A number of new security measures will be implemented by Gardaí at this year’s Galway Races to combat any potential terror threat.
Following on from...
Garda chief discusses heroin blackspots in Galway City
Galway’s growing heroin problem is leading to an increase in crime and a threat to public safety, a meeting of Galway City Joint Policing...
Gardaí hear claims of organised crime gang behind begging
A Galway City councillor has claimed there is a criminal gang of organised beggars is operating in the city.
Cllr Peter Keane told a meeting...
Garda chief warns holidaymakers not to alert thieves to their absence
Galway holidaymakers who are jetting off this summer have been warned to be careful about posting ‘selfies’ and other photographs on social media –...