Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 14 December 2004
300 Mr. Costello asked the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform if his attention has been drawn to the rampant lawlessness in the Shankhill and Ballybrack area as instanced by correspondence (details supplied); the way in which he proposes to deal with the criminal activities described in same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [33011/04]
View answerI am informed by the Garda authorities that they are aware of the reports regarding anti-social behaviour in the location concerned. The Shankill and Ballybrack areas are the subject of regular foot and mobile patrols by both uniformed and plain clothes gardaí. There are also four community gardaí especially assigned to the area. A superintendent recently met local representatives when public order issues in the area were discussed and I am informed that there has been a reduction in the level of anti-social behaviour in the area.
Local Garda management is satisfied that there are adequate resources to meet the policing needs of the area and will continue to ensure that a concentrated visible presence is maintained in this area.
