2025 marked the beginning of a new era in policing oversight in Ireland. In April, the Policing and Community Safety Authority was established by bringing together the former Policing Authority and Garda Inspectorate into one body, with the additional function of Community Safety.
Key activities in 2025 included:
Establishment of the new Authority in April
8 Authority meetings with the Garda Commissioner
3,794 responses received through the public consultation on Policing Priorities
50+ visits to garda stations and specialist units nationwide
Development of new inspection and performance assessment frameworks
Year in Review Video
2025 Highlights Graphic
