Our Purpose
The Garda Síochána Inspectorate is a statutory body, independent in its operation, set up under the Garda Síochána Act 2005. Its purpose is to ensure that the resources available to the Garda Síochána are used efficiently and effectively.
This is achieved by carrying out inspections and measuring performance by reference to the best standards of comparable police services. These Inspections are either self-initiated, or requested by the Minister for Justice or the Policing Authority.
Latest Publications
Latest News and Media Updates
Updates and Announcements
Domestic Abuse Press Release
The Garda Síochána Inspectorate has commenced a self-initiated inspection into the effectiveness and efficiency of the Garda [...]
Opening statement to Joint Committee on Justice on Pre-Legislative Scrutiny – Policing, Security and Community Safety Bill
Please click the button to view the opening statement of Mr Mark Toland, Chief Inspector of the [...]
Transnational Organised Crime Press Release
The Garda Síochána Inspectorate has commenced a self-initiated inspection: Transnational Organised Crime - A Review of the [...]