PSNI and Gardai launch strategy to tackle cross-border crime

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The strategy is designed for the 2025-2027 period

9 December 2024

Police services in Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland have said that by working together they can "do more to tackle criminal networks who seek to exploit the border region".

A cross-border initiative between the Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) and An Garda Síochána will run from 2025 to 2027.

Speaking in County Cavan, PSNI Chief Constable Jon Boutcher said it "represented a strengthened commitment towards enhanced law enforcement provision and intelligence-sharing".

Garda Commissioner Drew Harris said the strategy would build on the relationship the forces have already established.

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Garda Commissioner Drew Harris and PSNI Chief Constable Jon Boutcher

"It also represents a strengthened commitment towards enhanced law enforcement provision and intelligence-sharing between both our organisations in the midst of evolving threats and challenges derived from a rapidly changing geo-political and criminal landscape," added Mr Harris.

The police forces said the cross-border strategy would focus on tackling crime and preventing harm; roads policing and safety; community policing and major emergency management.

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