Over 85 percent satisfied with Garda response to Covid-19

Galway Bay fm newsroom - Over 85 per cent of the population are satisfied with the Garda response to Covid-19.

A survey of over 7,000 people by AA Roadwatch has found that despite extreme powers, the force is well-regarded.

Extra numbers were deployed in March to take part in duties such as checkpoints and assisting the vulnerable.

AA Roadwatch spokesperson Conor Faughnan says such a positive endorsement was a surprise.

He says the survey shows most people understand the context of the additional powers granted to Gardai and that there is strong support for the temporary measures.