Catherine Murphy
Question:459. Deputy Catherine Murphy asked the Minister for Justice the number of Garda CCTV schemes in operation throughout the State; and the number of cameras used. [56141/22]
View answerTuesday, 15 November 2022
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As the Deputy may be aware, under the Garda Síochána Act 2005 (as amended), the Garda Commissioner is responsible for managing and controlling generally the administration, budget and business of An Garda Síochána, which includes responsibility for Garda CCTV. As Minister, I have no direct role in this matter.
The Garda Commissioner authorises CCTV for the purposes of securing public order and safety in public places by facilitating the deterrence, prevention, detection and prosecution of offences under Section 38 of the Garda Síochána Act 2005.
Section 38 (a) provides for Garda CCTV schemes operated by An Garda Síochána. I am informed by An Garda Síochána that there are currently 47 Garda Controlled CCTV Schemes in operation throughout the state.