Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 23 March 2004
513 Mr. Gregory asked the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform if the Garda authorities will make a progress report on the problem of street prostitution in the Montpelier Hill area of Dublin 7, in view of the fact that local residents believe the issue is not being effectively addressed; and if closed circuit television is being considered for the area concerned. [9039/04]
Amharc ar fhreagraI am informed by the Garda authorities that local Garda management is aware of the current problems in the vicinity of Montpelier Hill.
I understand that the Montpelier Hill area and surrounding streets are the subject of regular foot and mobile patrols by both uniformed and plain clothes gardaí. I am informed that a total of 38 persons have been arrested and 119 cautions administered in the area to date this year. I am assured the current legislation under the Criminal Law (Sexual Offences) Act 1993 is being used by the gardaí and that the area will continue to receive close attention.
Finally, I am informed that the Garda CCTV advisory committee has received a report from the chief superintendent DMR north-central, which encompasses the area in question, outlining the needs of the division. The report is currently under consideration by the committee.
