O’Callaghan dismisses claims of Garda ‘resignation crisis’
AI summary
Justice Minister Jim O’Callaghan says Garda numbers are set to hit a record 15,000, refuting claims of a resignation crisis. He notes resignations are about 1% annually and recruitment outpaces departures, though retirements will rise sharply over the next decade.
Key takeaways
- Resignations average 140 per year, roughly 1% of the force.
- Recruitment classes of 200+ are graduating regularly, aiming for five ceremonies annually.
- Projected compulsory retirements could increase ten‑fold, reaching 373 by 2035.
- GRA criticizes government for ignoring its recruitment‑retention plan and excluding it from pay talks.
Read the original at The Irish Times
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