Vol. 476 No. 2
196 Mr. Callely asked the Minister for Justice her views on the importance of combating the grave and serious crime problem in Dublin; the measures, if any, she has taken to create a feeling of greater security in Dublin; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [6717/97]
Since becoming Minister for Justice, I have announced a series of measures to tackle crime, both immediate and long term. As the Deputy will be aware, I have on many occasions outlined in the Dáil the wideranging measures that have been taken to combat crime including legislation, increased resources for the Garda, more prison spaces, anti-crime initiatives such as CCTV, youth diversion projects etc. As regards the current position in Dublin, I am informed by the Garda authorities that due to the anti-drugs initiative, Operation Dochas, together with other Garda operations, there is a marked downward trend in crime in the Dublin area.
