It’s hoped increased funding for the Text Alert Scheme will see a larger uptake of the programme.
Justice Minister Charlie Flanagan has designated €50,000 towards reimbursing groups who set up the schemes, which facilitate quick communication between the Gardaí and local communities.
Up until now, each scheme received a maximum rebate of €150 – this announcement will mean that can now be extended.
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Inagh-based CEO of Muintir na Tíre Niall Garvey is confident that more communities will be signing up:
And you can hear more on this on Wednesday morning’s Morning Focus on Clare FM
