Question
122. Deputy Fiona O'Loughlin asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Justice and Equality if all members of An Garda Síochána will receive diversity training; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [13125/17]
Answer
Tánaiste and Minister for Justice and Equality (Deputy Frances Fitzgerald): The Deputy will appreciate that the Garda Commissioner is responsible for managing and controlling generally the administration and business of An Garda Síochána, including by arranging for the training of its members and civilian staff and I, as Minister, have no direct role in the matter.
The Garda Commissioner's Modernisation and Renewal Programme 2016-2021 commits An Garda Síochána to ensuring that every individual and community that the organisation comes into contact with will be treated equally, fairly and with dignity. An Garda Síochána's Policing Plan 2017 commits An Garda Síochána to building trusting relationships with local communities, in particular with minority and diverse groups, through the implementation of a new Garda Diversity and Inclusion Strategy.
I have requested the specific information sought by the Deputy from the Commissioner in relation to diversity training and I will write to her upon receipt of same.