Four members of the Association of Garda Sergeants and Inspectors are expected to face the Assistant Commissioner in Templemore today, after walking out of annual conference this week.

Garda bosses have slapped a gagging order on all members of the force regarding the controversial closure of stations.

A garda who died following a tragic shooting incident was remembered at his requiem Mass as a kind, thoughtful and outgoing young man who loved his job and treated all people with respect.

THE Garda Representative Association (GRA) is to go ahead with plans for a ballot for industrial action despite a direct warning from Commissioner Fachtna Murphy that by doing so they face criminal prosecution.

GARDA Commissioner Fachtna Murphy has filled a number of key senior positions in the fight against organised crime and terrorism.

THE top ranks of An Garda Síochána will undergo a large revamp in the coming weeks as eight senior positions are filled.