Ireland’s Budget 2027 has allocated €1.6 billion to Defence and €5.9 billion to Justice, sparking criticism from military and *garda* groups. These groups are launching an attack on the allocation, suggesting it is insufficient for national security needs. The funding breakdown indicates a significant investment in Justice, but the Defence allocation is drawing concerns. Details regarding the specifics of how these funds will be distributed within Defence and Justice have not been immediately released. This challenge to the budget highlights ongoing debates about prioritising security spending within Ireland. Further discussions and potential revisions to the allocations are expected in the coming weeks. The *garda* are Ireland’s national police service.