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#497 Garda Power: Where Do We Draw the Line?
Today on the show, Niall is joined by Karl Deeter and callers to debate a question that’s dividing opinion across Ireland: should the Gardaí be armed, and can we trust them with tasers?
With Justin Kelly stepping into the role of Garda Commissioner, national security is firmly back on the agenda. Kelly—formerly Chief Superintendent of the Special Detective Unit—has warned about the growing threats of espionage, extremism, and organised crime. At his first press conference, he raised the possibility of equipping frontline Gardaí with tasers, citing the rising number of injuries officers face…
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