Crime Prevention.

Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 28 October 2004

Thursday, 28 October 2004

Ceisteanna (324)

Róisín Shortall

Ceist:

324 Ms Shortall asked the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform if his attention has been drawn to an escalation in anti-social activity in an area (details supplied) in Dublin 11; and the action he proposes to take to deal with this matter. [26741/04]

Freagraí scríofa

Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform (Mr. McDowell)

I have been informed by the Garda authorities that local gardaí are aware that the area in question is used by youths as a short cut to other areas during late evening and during the night. Mobile and foot patrols, both uniform and plain clothes, patrol the area in question in order to identify and monitor the actions of these youths.

I understand that the area is continually monitored and appropriate action is taken where necessary to deal with anti-social behaviour.