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Some of the newly sworn in Gardaí in Templemore
On June 6, 120 gardaí were attested as sworn members of An Garda Síochána at a ceremony in Templemore, County Tipperary.
• 89 Male/31 Female (74% male, 26% female)
• 22 Gardaí born outside the State – Belarus, Belgium, Brazil, Croatia, England, India, Italy, Moldova, Pakistan, Poland, Russia, Scotland, South Africa, Spain, Northern Ireland
• 1 probationer was a former Reserve Garda
A further 359 Garda recruits (intakes 244, 251) are currently undergoing the training programme at the Garda College.
The next intake of Garda recruits (intake 252) is scheduled to enter the Garda College on Monday June, 9 2025.
These newly attested 120 members of An Garda Síochána were recruited as part of the 2022/2023 recruitment campaigns.
The new Gardaí commenced their Garda training in September 2024 and have undertaken a blend of online learning, onsite learning in the Garda College, and experiential learning in training Garda stations.
Speaking at today’s attestation, Commissioner Drew Harris welcoming the new Garda probationers said:
"I’m delighted to be here on what is a proud and important day for you all. I’d like to welcome your families and loved ones to the Garda College for what is a special occasion for you all.
"It is a day to celebrate your achievements and it marks the start of an exciting career."
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