Joint Strategy to Combat Cross-Border Crime Launched by PSNI and An Garda Síochána

The police services of Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland have affirmed that their collaboration will allow them to “do more to tackle criminal networks who seek to exploit the border region”. This cross-border initiative, involving the Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) and An Garda Síochána, is scheduled to operate from 2025 through 2027. PSNI Chief Constable Jon Boutcher, speaking from County Cavan, commented that the initiative “represented a strengthened commitment towards enhanced law enforcement provision and intelligence-sharing”. Garda Commissioner Drew Harris indicated that the new strategy is designed to expand upon the existing relationship between the two forces. Mr Harris further stated, “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.” The police forces outlined that the cross-border strategy will concentrate on several key areas: combating crime and preventing harm; roads policing and safety; community policing; and major emergency management. Copyright 2024 BBC. All rights reserved. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. Read about our approach to external linking.