- published: 04 Jun 2015
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An Garda Síochána (Irish pronunciation: [ən ˈɡaːrd̪ə ˈʃiːxaːn̪ˠə]; meaning "the Guardian of the Peace"), more commonly referred to as the Gardaí or "the guards" ([ˈɡaːɾˠd̪ˠiː] "Guardians"), is the police force of Ireland. The service is headed by the Garda Commissioner who is appointed by the Irish government. Its headquarters are in Dublin's Phoenix Park.
The force was originally named the Civic Guard in English, but in 1923 it became An Garda Síochána in both English and Irish. This is usually translated as "the Guardian(s) of the Peace".Garda Síochána na hÉireann ("of Ireland", Irish pronunciation: [ˈɡaːrd̪ə ˈʃiːxaːn̪ˠə n̪ˠə ˈheːɾʲən̪ˠ]) appears on its logo but is seldom used elsewhere.
The full official title of the force is rarely used in speech. How it is referred to depends on the register being used. It is variously known as An Garda Síochána; the Garda Síochána; the Garda; the Gardaí (plural); and it is popularly called "the guards". Although Garda is singular, in these terms it is used as a collective noun, like police.
Gardaí get a tough time from the public but they really are pretty sound and hilarious. From escorts into school exams to chants at concerts, they have you covered!
This video features two friends of mine who were recently arrested by the Gardaí for not providing their names when requested to do so. James and Paul are intelligent and honorable men. The Gardaí had no right to do this but thankfully the two lads were well capable of standing up for themselves. We should all know our rights. https://www.facebook.com/RealityIreland
Gardaí and private security try to prevent two WSM members from filming a search at the Jervis Luas stop. What is it they're worried about? For more on policing and strategies for challenging police power see http://www.wsm.ie/c/police-history-studies-garda-violence-reform
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