Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 29 September 2004
1058 Mr. F. McGrath asked the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform if he will work closely with gardaí at Santry Garda station in dealing with an issue (details supplied) in Dublin 5; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21660/04]
View answerI am informed by the Garda authorities that the area in question is regularly patrolled by gardaí from Santry Garda station with a view to ensuring a concentrated visible Garda presence in the area. Additional supporting patrols are provided by divisional units and the detective branch. I understand that community police assigned to the area in question have an excellent rapport with the local community. I am further informed that the Garda authorities have received no specific complaint in respect of any specific threat to residents.
Current policing plans in the area are predicated on the prevention of crimes, including crimes of violence against persons and crimes against property and the maintenance of an environment conducive to improving the quality of life of the residents. This strategy will continue to be central to the delivery of an effective policing service to the areas in question.
