Did they discuss the problem of the junior liaison officer scheme in the Garda at present, who are understaffed, which is causing problems particularly in the Dublin city area?

Yes.

What action does the Minister propose to take in relation to the juvenile liaison officer scheme which the Minister will agree is very worthwhile? What intentions does he have to expand the scheme and provide additional training for the gardaí operating it?

The serious erosion of Garda numbers during the period in office of my predecessor has left me in the position where my priority must be to bring about greater manpower of gardaí before I can do anything else seriously——