Garda Commissioner Drew Harris to leave stamp on force in final interviews

Under the Policing, Security and Community Safety Act 2025, Garda Commissioner Drew Harris has the power to appoint assistant commissioners and chief superintendents through an open competition run by the public appointments service. File Picture: Sam Boal/Collins Photos

The outgoing Garda Commissioner, Drew Harris, will shape the future composition of the force's top brass as the final interviews for assistant commissioner vacancies are held on Tuesday.

Mr Harris leaves office at the end of this month, when he will be replaced by current the Deputy Commissioner of Security, Governance, and Strategy, Justin Kelly.