Finian McGrath
Question:146. Deputy Finian McGrath asked the Minister for Justice and Equality if a security plan can be put in place in an area (details supplied) in Dublin 9. [11101/14]
View answerWednesday, 5 March 2014
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I am informed by the Garda authorities that the area referred to is within the Ballymun Garda Sub-District. Local Garda management is aware of the specific incident referred to by the Deputy which is currently the subject of a Garda investigation. I am further informed that a Community Garda is assigned to the area and regularly meets with local residents to address any issues that arise. In addition, members of the Community Policing Unit carry out specific operations to target anti-social behaviour in the area. These strategies utilise dedicated patrols, engagement with the parents of children in the area. There are a range of relevant legislative provisions available to the Gardaí including the incremental provisions for anti-social behaviour warnings, good behaviour contracts and civil court orders contained in the Criminal Justice Act 2006 and the diversionary measures provided under the Children Act 2001.
Current policing plans in the area are designed to address issues of crime and public order offences and local Gardaí continue to work with relevant individuals and groups in this regard. Local Garda Management closely monitors patrols, and other operational strategies in place, in conjunction with crime trends and policing needs of the community in the area to ensure optimum use is made of Garda resources, and the best possible Garda service is provided to the public.