Last Friday, February 20th, saw the sod turning on the proposed state of the art new Garda station facility in Macroom, which will serve as the Divisional HQ for Cork County Garda Division once complete.
Representing a significant investment in policing, community safety and public infrastructure for the south, the construction supports the Government’s commitment to building stronger, safer communities by strengthening An Garda Síochána, expanding resources and modernising facilities to tackle crime. In attendance at the event were the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration, Jim O’Callaghan, the Minister of State with responsibility for the Office of Public Works, Kevin “Boxer” Moran and Garda Commissioner Justin Kelly.
‘IMPORTANT MILESTONE’
The project consists of the development of a two, three and four-storey building with three standalone single-storey ancillary buildings and secure parking facilities. The new facility will comprise of 4,338 square metres of modern offices, conference facilities, staff support areas and custody suites, ensuring that An Garda Síochána is equipped to meet the needs of the community now and into the future.
Garda Commissioner Justin Kelly said that the commencement of works on the new Macroom Garda Station “is an important milestone for both An Garda Síochána and the local community”.
“This development reflects a significant capital investment in policing infrastructure and will provide Garda personnel with modern, fit-for-purpose facilities to support the delivery of a responsive, community-focused policing service across Macroom and the wider County Cork area”.
The development of Macroom Garda Station is one of several projects being delivered under the comprehensive Garda Capital Investment programme which aims to modernise and improve Garda facilities nationwide.
The construction schedule expects completion in Q2 2028.
