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PROGRESS with the creation of the new Clare-Tipperary Garda Division is expected to accelerate in 2022, according to the Garda Commissioner. Commissioner Drew Harris, outlined how the pandemic has posed challenges for some aspects of the merger process. Despite that, he said the development of the amalgamated division, whose headquarters are in Ennis, will ramp up next year. Outlining the Garda Siochana’s new operating model, Commissioner Harris said policing at divisional level is among the force’s main priorities. “The Division is the unit by which policing is delivered,” Commissioner Harris said. “The model involves more frontline garda, enhanced national and regional support and improved performance.” Commissioner Harris outlined how changes to the force, at regional level, have already been introduced. “Under the new divisional structure, Clare will join Tipperary,” he outlined. “Covid-19 did set the plans somewhat askew, however, the work carried on in the background on administrative and support functions. “In 2022, we will start to move on operational …
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