GRA executive ‘out of touch’ with members

A major row erupted yesterday at the Garda Representative Association conference when members of its central executive were accused of being “out of touch” with the members they represent.

Representatives from garda divisions of DMR South Central (Dublin), Sligo, and Donegal sought the suspension of standing orders to discuss why the central executive had recommended acceptance of a new roster when it was clear the majority of rank-and-file gardaí did not want it.

A nationwide ballot had been taken on the roster and it had been rejected by 70% of GRA members.