Security and emergency services

Garda Síochána - national police force
The Garda Síochána is the Irish national police force. It has responsibility for carrying out all policing duties in the Irish State. It was formed in 1922.
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Garda Síochána Ombudsman Commission
The Garda Síochána Ombudsman Commission or Garda Ombudsman is an independent agency that deals with complaints from the Irish public about members of the Gardaí.
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Fire services in Ireland
The Fire Service in Ireland plays an important role in fire prevention, building inspection and providing emergency services.

Ambulance and transport services
Ambulance and transport services in Ireland are provided by the public health service and by voluntary and private organisations.
This document is in: Health > Emergency health services

Major emergencies
How are major emergencies such as a train crash or flooding dealt with.