Shatter to consider axing 96 more Garda stations

As many as 96 more Garda stations could close over the coming months, heaping further concern on rural areas already hit by 39 closures this year.

Weekend reports suggested the latest austerity-imposed blow is likely to be put forward in an assessment given to Justice Minister Alan Shatter next month.

The document, which focuses on what services are provided in the 664 units still open, is being overseen by senior Department of Justice and Garda personnel, including Garda Commissioner Martin Callinan.