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What is a Garda Reserve?

The Garda Reserve consists of voluntary unpaid members, drawn from the community to assist the existing Service. Garda Reserve members have limited Garda powers while on duty. They perform policing duties as determined by the Commissioner under the supervision of, and accompanied by, full time Gardaí. The role of the Garda Reserve is to provide local patrols and participate in crime prevention initiatives targeted at specific local problem areas. Reserve Gardaí will be involved in policing major incidents and events, and in providing other operational support to full time Gardaí.