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According to figures from the Freedom of Information.
Two gardai and three sergeants got over 50,000 euro each in overtime last year.
Another ten gardai and sergeants got over 46,000 euro each.
According to freedom of information figures, one officer got 61,000 euro.
The total bill for Garda overtime in 2021 was 114 million euro
That's nearly €15 million more than the previous year, which stood at €99 million.
Sinn Féin's justice spokesman, Martin Kenny, says the figures are excessive:
Just 75% Of Landowners On Board So Far As Uisce Eireann Submits Plans For Major Water Supply Project
The utility is submitting planning applications for a 170-kilometre pipeline from the River Shannon to Dublin, a scheme designed to secure drinking water for half the country’s population.
Two Kildare Animal Charities Share €170k Fund As Animal Welfare Costs Continue To Mount
In 2024, My Lovely Horse Rescue received €54,000 from the Department of Agriculture. At the time, volunteers said the funds would only cover one bill "out of many huge bills".
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Fine Gael Kildare North TD Joe Neville says later weekend services would benefit commuters, make public transport more viable, and help ease traffic congestion over time.
Roadside Memorial Ban Proposal Criticised Over Christmas Timing
Transport Minister Darragh O'Brien says there's no definitive decision on the plans.
Man (30s) Dies Following Collision Involving Bus, Car And Pedestrian At Kishawanny, Carbury
The collision, involving a bus, a car and a pedestrian, happened at around 6.30am.
R402 Closed At Kishawanny, Carbury Following Road Traffic Incident
Diversions are in place, and road users are being asked to follow all diversion signage and use alternative routes where possible.
Principal Says All Students Safe After Road Traffic Incident Involving School Bus Near Rathangan
Principal Paul Murphy rushed to the scene and said everyone on board is safe.
Investigation Into Death Of Daniel Aruebose Upgraded To Homicide Inquiry
Gardaí have renewed their appeal for information and urged the public not to assume any detail is too small or insignificant.
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