Nine out of 10 gardaí fear going to work

ALMOST nine out of 10 gardaí feel afraid going to work and believe there are 40% fewer members than are needed to carry out tasks safely.

An independent survey of members, commissioned by the Garda Representative Association, reveals low morale among members and fears over security even inside stations.

Hundreds of gardaí were interviewed by the report’s authors and 85% said they feel unsafe going to work.