The Justice Minister and interim Garda Commissioner are rejecting claims that the force is indisciplined and out of control.
Frances Fitzgerald and Noirin O'Sullivan made the comments in the wake of new allegations that penalty points are being cancelled.
The Minister and the Commissioner say any infringements will be dealt with - with the utmost seriousness and action will be taken if necessary.
From the Garda Training College in Co Tipperary, our News Correspondent Fergal O'Brien reports:
