The age of trainees is being increased from 35 to 50 as part of a new Garda recruitment campaign.
A Laois Garda says joining the force is something she's always wanted to do.
An Garda Síochána is increasing the age of trainees from 35 to 50, as part of a new recruitment campaign which will run until February 8th.
There are just under 14 thousand Gardaí currently in the force.
Cullohill's Lorraine Delahunty was previously a member of the Police Force in Australia, before coming back to Ireland to join An Garda Síochána, and is now stationed in Limerick.
She has this message for those thinking of joining:
The Garda Commissioner is calling on people from all background and communities to apply to become a Garda.
Drew Harris has commented previously on the need to not only meet the Government target of 15,000 Gardaí, but increase Garda numbers even more, due to population growth and the changing nature of crime.
Commissioner Drew Harris says:
"Being a Garda is a hugely rewarding but at times tough job. As a Garda you will make a real difference in people’s lives. You will effect positive change in communities. You will keep people safe. You will support victims. You will uphold the law. And, through this valued and exciting work you will see first-hand the impact your actions have on the ground.
This is why being a Garda is a job worth doing.
Every day, Gardaí keep communities and people safe through our unique approach to policing by consent. It is this approach coupled with a host of career opportunities that has attracted people to become Gardaí.
We have even had those who were police officers in other jurisdictions return to retrain as a Garda.
Policing in an ever changing modern and diverse society presents challenges, but equally it affords us opportunities to grow, learn and adapt. This is why An Garda Síochána recognises it too needs to change to meet the needs and demands of the people of Ireland."
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