Further Clare Garda Stations could be under threat as the Justice Minister warns more stations will close next year.
Speaking at the Association of Garda Sergeants and Inspectors conference in Co Wexford -Alan Shatter says he doesn’t believe 703 stations are needed in such a small country.
It comes just days after the official closure of over 30 stations nationwide including at Carrigaholt in West Clare as part of cutbacks in this year’s budget.
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The AGSI President Padraic Dolan says he’s disappointed by the announcement and he’s calling for consultations before any decisions are made.
Minister Shatter says the number of stations and locations which will be affected next year have yet to be identified:
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