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CENTRAL EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE REPORT The invoking of the Social Partnership concept has been dispensed with to a large degree. Recent governments have operated under the basis of advice from conservative economists and employers’ groups who canvassed vehemently for the reduction of public service pay and, indeed, the pay of workers in general. Government departments must be aware of the negative impact the latter has on positive engagement and the concept of working together for a common goal. This regrettably, appears to be a damage they are prepared to accept. Government have declined to engage and in fact ignored the many positive ideas mooted by the staff associations. They have pressed ahead with the reduction of Garda numbers and Station closures, a decision that has led to a plausible fear of crime among many of the most vulnerable in our communities. History will not record these policies with respect or affection. The Garda Síochána were penalised more than most resulting from the financial crisis despite – or maybe because of – our unique position in Irish society. We are constrained from a myriad of perspectives like no other profession. Our strength and unity as an Association can redress this imbalance. This Association can take comfort from the fact that while we may not always be credited with positive ideas and possible solutions there is frequently a validation of the problems which we identify especially when outside agencies are tasked with auditing the Garda organisation. We continue to influence public policy, as the close relationship between our public statement and eventual resultant government action demonstrates. Public opinion clings steadfastly with our membership, especially at the most challenging of times. We continue unabated in the pursuit of many goals for our members with each and every representative’s efforts cumulatively contributing to that task. When disputes are resolved at local level, it contributes to workplace harmony and the culture of the organisation which is not quantifiable – but nonetheless invaluable. We can and will make further strides that will facilitate the development of national policy within An Garda Síochána and extend outwards to government and civil society. The struggle for fair pay and recognition for our members is never easy and has been relentless since the foundation of An Garda Síochána. The Garda Representative Association is well equipped and organised as a staff association and our campaign for the restoration of pay and conditions is morally and politically right. On behalf of the secretariat and the Central Executive Committee I commend this report to you and thank you all for your continued efforts on behalf of our members. John Healy Acting General Secretary on behalf of the Central Executive Committee 8 Garda Representative Association
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