Seán Kenny (Dublin North East, Labour)
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Question 163: To ask the Minister for Justice and Equality if he plans to extend the length of the Garda baton; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14840/11]

Alan Shatter (Dublin South, Fine Gael)
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The provision of Garda equipment, including Garda batons, is a matter for the Garda Commissioner in the context of his identified operational requirements.

I am advised by the Garda authorities that there are no proposals to change the batons currently in use.