Ireland's national police force, An Garda Síochána, faces delays in notifying acceptance to its training program, with some applicants waiting over six months.
An Garda Síochána, Ireland's national police force, is facing significant delays in notifying applicants about their acceptance into the Garda College training program, with some waiting over six months. This issue arises amid a struggle to meet a government target of 15,000 officers, as the number of sworn members has decreased. Delays are attributed to a rigorous multi-stage application process and extensive security vetting, particularly for candidates with international backgrounds.
September 15, 2024
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