James Morrisroe
James Morrisroe serves as the deputy general secretary of the Garda Representative Association (GRA) and has been vocal in criticizing the operational policies of outgoing Garda Commissioner Drew Harris. At a recent GRA conference, he highlighted failures in the new policing model implemented under Harris, drawing parallels to a similar initiative in Scotland that was ultimately abandoned. Morrisroe's comments reflect concerns among rank-and-file gardaí regarding community policing and the overall effectiveness of current strategies.
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GRA deputy general secretary James Morrisroe described the retention and recruitment crisis in the Garda as a 'glaring omission' from the report.
Garda not planning to invest in full-time cadaver dog, despite Minister’s preference – The Irish Times
Ireland· 2025-06-09
Deputy general secretary James Morrisroe said the new policing model has failed.
Outgoing Garda Commissioner’s legacy one of ‘mistrust and fear’, says GRA head – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-04-28