Crime Statistics

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 30 April 2013

Tuesday, 30 April 2013

Questions (418)

Gerry Adams

Question:

418. Deputy Gerry Adams asked the Minister for Justice and Equality if he will provide a breakdown of the number of assaults that have been committed by members of the public on staff in Bus Éireann in the past three years; the number of those assaults that were committed by members of the public on Bus Éireann drivers; the number of those assaults that were reported to An Garda Síochána by Bus Éireann; the number of those assaults reported to the Garda by Bus Éireann that resulted in convictions; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [19760/13]

Written answers

Minister for Justice and Equality

I am informed by the Garda authorities that the information sought is not readily available and would require disproportionate expenditure of Garda time and resources to compile. I can assure that Deputy that An Garda Síochána take very seriously any reports of incidents of assault or anti-social behaviour which occur on public transport. An Garda Síochána are in regular contact with transport providers to address any issues which arise.