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Should the Gardaí be armed with tasers?

The newly-appointed Garda Commissioner Justin Kelly is examining proposals to arm more frontline ...

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11.27 3 Sep 2025


Should the Gardaí be armed with tasers?


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The newly-appointed Garda Commissioner Justin Kelly is examining proposals to arm more frontline Gardaí with taser stun guns.

These guns are already used by specialist units.

But, should frontline Gardaí be armed in a bid to better tackle serious violent confrontations?

Joining Andrea to discuss is Pat Marry, former Detective Inspector and Senior Investigating Officer and author, Emily Williams, Policing and Justice Policy Officer for the Irish Council for Civil Liberties, as well as listeners.


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