An Garda Síochána aims to deliver a consistently high level of service to every victim of crime by providing a respectful, reassuring, responsive and reliable service, addressing the needs and expectations of all victims in a non-discriminatory manner.

Find out more about how the Garda Síochána stages are organised, the Garda Uniform, and much more

Following the Civil War and the truce of July 1921 the RIC disbanded and a new police force, “The Civic Guard” (renamed the Garda Síochána na hÉireann on 8 August 1923) was formed by Michael Collins and the Irish Government.

An Garda Síochána is a community based organisation with over 18,062 Gardaí, Garda staff and Garda reserves. It has police officers located in every county in Ireland, listening to, acting and working with the community.

This area outlines the numerous ways you can make contact with An Garda Síochána

An Garda Síochána has a proud tradition in serving communities and protecting the State with over 16,000 Garda members, Civilians and Reserve members who are committed to delivering a functioning police and security service. This is the cornerstone of a …

An Garda Síochána's Senior Leadership team consists of the following roles: Garda Commissioner; Deputy Commissioner, Operations; Deputy Commissioner Security, Strategy and Governance; Chief Corporate Officer (CCO) 8 Assistant Commissioners: Crime & Security Intelligence Service; Dublin Metropolitan Region; Eastern Region; Governance and ...

An Garda Síochána aims to deliver a consistently high level of service to every victim of crime by providing a respectful, reassuring, responsive and reliable service, addressing the needs and expectations of all victims in a non-discriminatory manner

The Freedom of Information Act 2014 (FOI Act) is a statutory right conferred on all members of the public to access records held by public bodies including An Garda Síochána, while balancing the public interest and the right to privacy of individuals.

Find out how to join An Garda Síochána as well as what to expect during training, and information on the Garda Reserve, and civilian opportunities in the organisation