I am informed by the Garda authorities that local Garda management is aware of the current problems in the vicinity of Montpelier Hill.
I understand that the Montpelier Hill area and surrounding streets are the subject of regular foot and mobile patrols by both uniformed and plain clothes gardaí. I am informed that a total of 38 persons have been arrested and 119 cautions administered in the area to date this year. I am assured the current legislation under the Criminal Law (Sexual Offences) Act 1993 is being used by the gardaí and that the area will continue to receive close attention.
Finally, I am informed that the Garda CCTV advisory committee has received a report from the chief superintendent DMR north-central, which encompasses the area in question, outlining the needs of the division. The report is currently under consideration by the committee.