Vol. 477 No. 5
249 Mr. Callely asked the Minister for Justice the issues, if any, which have been brought to her attention regarding the need to improve policing in Dublin; the consideration, if any, these matters have received; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [9666/97]
The day to day operation of policing in Dublin is a matter for the Garda authorities. The Deputy will be aware that Operation Dochas is currently in place and the Garda Commissioner has informed me that he is very satisfied that it is an effective strategy in the fight against drugs. Any proposals put to me by the Commissioner to improve policing will be examined by me. The decision by Government to increase the intake of gardaí to training by 400 will obviously have an impact on policing in Dublin as will the recent Government announcement to hold a new Garda recruitment competition.
