New drive for more gardaí sees recruit age limit rise to 50 

Commissioner Drew Harris: 'Being a garda is a hugely rewarding but at times tough job. As a garda, you will make a real difference in people’s lives. You will effect positive change in communities. You will keep people safe.' Picture: Gareth Chaney/Collins

A new Garda recruitment drive begins on Monday in a bid to get the target of 15,000 sworn members — initially set for 2021 — back on track.

The campaign states that it wants and needs applicants “from all backgrounds and communities”, adding that policing Ireland’s modern and diverse society is presenting “challenges”.