Row as new garda recruits are fast-tracked for training - as applicants from previous rounds still wait to join
Briefly

Garda Headquarters has made it a priority to expand the number of officers by streamlining the recruitment process, responding to feedback about lengthy delays.
The decision to bring forward the trainee intake for December 2024 reflects a commitment to improving efficiency and the overall candidate experience during recruitment.
Candidates have reported that the current application process is excessively long, with many withdrawing due to timing conflicts with work and family responsibilities.
A prospective recruit expressed frustration, emphasizing the unfairness faced by applicants who have been left in limbo for up to three years, despite the urgent need for new officers.
Read at Irish Independent
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