I want to raise the issue of policing. In Dublin Bay North, we have a very fast-growing population and Garda resources are already stretched. In 2019, the then Minister for Justice had a photo op outside Coolock Garda station, during which he announced a new station that would be a regional headquarters and would cover Belmayne, Clongriffin and the surrounding areas. This population is expected to hit 50,000 in the coming years. It is currently covered by Coolock Garda station where Garda numbers have remained stagnant. The number of community gardaí has been cut by half in the past ten years. I want to acknowledge the great work that gardaí are doing in the area. When are we getting the new station? When can the people expect this to be up and running? We are looking for clear answers because we have been waiting for six years. I would thank the Tánaiste for a response to this.

I thank the Deputy for raising this important issue for her constituents in Dublin Bay North regarding the need for progress on the long-awaited new Garda station. I will speak to the Minister for Justice and ask that he comes back to her with an update.