The Justice Minister Charlie Flanagan has been put on notice that mid-ranking gardaí want the right to strike. However, Mr Flanagan will also hear demands for the AGSI to get union recognition and with it the right to strike, even in a restricted capacity. Minister put on notice gardai want right to strike. Up to 12 gardaí have died by suicide since August, and mid-ranking gardai want action on the issue. The Association of Garda Sergeants and Inspectors is gathering in Tullow, Co. Carlow, where Justice Minister Charlie Flanagain is due this evening.

Source: Irish Examiner March 26, 2018 18:00 UTC