Garda Síochána (Recording Devices) (Amendment) Bill 2026

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• Amends 2023 Act to let gardaí access public CCTV systems without needing fresh authorization each time, to prevent and investigate crimes.
• Permits gardaí to install and operate CCTV cameras in designated high-crime areas.
• Requires draft codes of practice for gardaí accessing public CCTV; Minister can make these official by order.

Stage timeline

1. Second Stage 34th Dáil

   18 Dec 2025
2. Committee Stage 34th Dáil

   3 Mar 2026
3. Committee Stage 34th Dáil

   3 May 2026
4. First Stage 34th Dáil

   6 May 2026
5. Second Stage 34th Dáil

   6 May 2026