Politicians back policing committees but some fear they’re ‘talking shops’

Joint policing committees (JPCs) are of great benefit to community representatives and politicians, but less so for gardaí, according to a Government review.

While there is broad support for JPCs among members, many fear the bodies do not fulfil their potential.

Many feel some JPCs, particularly those in towns, are just “talking shops” and used as an opportunity by local politicians to quiz gardaí in front of the media.