The graduation of 24 new gardaí has taken place at the Garda College in Templemore this morning
The newly sworn members -18 men and seven women - brings the total number of gardaí to 14,157, while 89 recruit gardaí are currently in training
The new gardaí commenced training in May last year and have undertaken a blend of on-line learning, on-site learning in the Garda College, and experiential learning in training garda stations. "But one thing has remained resolute - the strong and unique bond with the communities that we serve – firmly built on a tradition of policing by consent."
Meanwhile, the Minister for Justice Simon Harris who was also in attendance said:"Their commitment to the security of the people of Ireland and to building stronger, safer communities is something which is to be commended and which we are all grateful for."
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