Garda measures regarding human rights and diversityOfficially, An Garda Síochána said it did not comment “on remarks or reports by third parties”. This has included the appointment of an independent human rights advisor and the establishment of a Garda Human Rights Section. Garda HQ said 500 members and staff received human rights training at the University of Limerick last year, and that this will continue. Garda HQ produced a Garda Diversity and Integration Strategy in October 2019, including a definition of hate crime. The Government, through the Department of Justice, may seek a formal response from An Garda Síochána before the National Action Plan Against Racism is finalised.

Source: Irish Examiner September 07, 2021 05:03 UTC