Gardaí say lack of resources causing spike in injuries

The Garda Representative Association has blamed a significant increase in injuries to its members on a lack of resources; a lack of manpower; as well as a lack of respect for the role they play in society.

It says the use of tasers should now be seriously examined as a deterrent, as well as body cameras.

Figures released by the Department of Justice show that 5,417 gardaí have been injured while on duty since 2005 — a further five have been killed.