181 Gardai will pass out from Templemore college today

The Justice Minister is confident that Garda numbers will continue to rise over the coming years.

Today a further 181 probationary Gardai will pass out from the forces training college in Templemore.

Minister Charlie Flanagan will be joined by Acting Garda Commissioner Dónall Ó Cualáin for todays ceremony.


The Justice Minister admits it will be a challenge to increase levels given the retirement rate in the force.