Irish police relax fitness tests for recruits, sparking debate on standards vs. accessibility.

The Irish police force, An Garda Síochána, has relaxed its fitness requirements for new recruits, removing sit-ups and push-ups from the physical test and simplifying the bleep test. The changes aim to address high failure rates and make the recruitment process more accessible. Critics argue that maintaining high fitness standards is crucial for law enforcement officers, while supporters believe the changes will attract a wider pool of candidates.