Re-opening of Stepaside 'would not have been my number one priority': Assistant Garda Commissioner

The assistant Garda Commissioner for Dublin has admitted the controversial re-opening of Stepaside garda station in Transport Minister Shane Ross's constituency "would not have been my number one priority", writes Fiachra O'Cionnaith.

Senior garda Pat Leahy said he "would have had more pressing needs" and said other areas such as Ballyfermot and Ronanstown had a greater demand despite gardai formally confirming to the Department of Justice this week it will re-open Stepaside and five other facilities.