A Laois based Garda has been appointed to the position of Deputy Commissioner in an Garda Siochana.
Anne Marie McMahon, who is a native of Clare but lives in Cullohill, was officially promoted today.
Anne Marie McMahon was Acting Deputy Commissioner, Governance, Strategy and Performance, An Garda Síochána.
Anne Marie has served in An Garda Síochána since 1986 in a variety of roles including Assistant Commissioner, Southern Region; Head of Training in the Garda College; Chief Superintendent, Community Engagement; and Superintendent, Bruff and Roxboro Districts.
Anne Marie also served with the UN mission in Cambodia in 1993.
She was appointed Acting Deputy Commissioner in 2020.
Deputy Commissioner McMahon has a Diploma in Business and Executive Coaching, Smurfit Business School; a MBS Human Resource Management, University of Limerick; a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Police Management, Garda College (HETAC), and a Diploma in Management, University of Limerick.
Speaking today, Commissioner Harris said: “I wish to congratulate Anne Marie McMahon on her appointment as Deputy Commissioner.
“Anne Marie brings huge policing experience, competence in difficult senior command roles, and drive and determination in delivering change through the Policing Service for the Future reform agenda.
“Through the exercise of positive leadership and example she has earned the trust and respect of members and staff within An Garda Síochána.
“I look forward to working with Anne Marie in the months and years ahead as we continue to deliver a policing service that keeps people safe through a strong relationship with everyone in our society.”
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