“I welcome the allocation of 2 additional Gardaí to Cavan Garda District, 1 to Bailieboro Garda District and 2 to Monaghan Garda District.

This is welcome news. I have for some time highlighted the issue of Garda numbers to Justice Minister Jim O’Callaghan. Very recently I had an opportunity to engage directly with the new Garda Commissioner and again I emphasised the need for additional Gardai and greater resources for community policing across Cavan/Monaghan.

I wish the new Gardaí and their colleagues every success, good health and safety in the important work they do throughout Cavan and Monaghan and throughout the country,” stated Brendan Smith TD