Garda union’s pay objections damage reform blueprint

An Garda Síochána’s blueprint for the future has been dealt another blow after a second Garda association refused to implement it because of a row over pay.

The Garda Modernisation and Renewal Programme — backed by promised €200m in Government funding — is a five-year plan drawn up in response to a series of critical external reports.

The 120-page document outlines reforms to the culture and structure of the organisation and changes to crime investigation, services to victims, and investment in technology.