It works to make Ireland a safe, fair and inclusive place to live and work.

Its responsibilities include:

-the security of the State
-the protection of life and property
-the prevention and detection of crime
-maintaining and promoting fairness and equality
-services for the buying and selling of property
-managing inward migration to the State
-providing a Courts Service
-updating our criminal and civil laws
-developing the Insolvency Service
-various other regulatory services

The challenges facing us reflect the changes in society and technology. Its aim is to provide strategic and policy direction and delivery in a fast-changing and complex world. 

Vision

A safe, fair and inclusive Ireland

Mission Statement

Working together to advance community and national security, promote justice and equality and safeguard human rights.