Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 2 June 2004
210 Dr. Upton asked the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform if appropriate Garda resources will be devoted at a location (details supplied) to address a daily problem of street drinking by large groups which also involves the presence of children; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [16719/04]
View answerI have been informed by the Garda authorities who are responsible for the detailed allocation of resources, including personnel, that the area referred to is policed by the gardaí from Kevin Street station. The policing of this area consists of periodic patrols by the local uniformed gardaí, the detective unit, the divisional crime task force, the special resource unit, the Garda mountain bike unit and the community policing unit.
I have been further informed that in the event of street drinking at the location referred to coming to the attention of the Garda, it has always been its policy to take appropriate action in dealing with the matter and that this will continue. Garda management is satisfied sufficient personnel are in place to meet the policing needs of the area.
