Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 9 March 2004
370 Mr. G. Mitchell asked the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform if he will make the necessary resources available to deal with anti-social behaviour in a community (details supplied) in Dublin 12 in which law abiding people are being intimidated; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [7507/04]
Amharc ar fhreagraI am informed by the Garda authorities that the area in question is regularly patrolled by uniform and plain clothes gardaí from Kilmainham and Crumlin Garda stations with a view to ensuring a concentrated and visible Garda presence in the area. These patrols are backed up by gardaí from the divisional task force, special resource unit, drugs unit, Garda mountain bike unit and the community policing unit.
I understand that community gardaí assigned to the area liaise with residents and community representatives on an ongoing basis. Gardaí keep the community informed of developments through contact with neighbourhood watch co-ordinators, residents associations and direct contact with complainants. I am assured that local Garda management are satisfied that there are adequate resources to meet the policing needs of the area and will ensure that a concentrated visible presence is maintained in this area.
