Garda Deployment.

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 27 April 2004

Tuesday, 27 April 2004

Questions (621)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin

Question:

681 Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin asked the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform if he will advise the current level of Garda patrolling, presence in the greater Ballybane area of Galway city; the plans that have been prepared to enhance this presence and to develop a real and meaningful relationship between the Garda Síochána and the communities of this and neighbouring estates; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [11155/04]

Written answers

Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform (Mr. McDowell)

I have been advised by the Garda authorities, which are responsible for the detailed allocation of resources, including personnel, that the Ballybane area of Galway city is policed by the Galway Garda station at Mill Street.