Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 8 March 2005
341 Mr. Kenny asked the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform if his attention has been drawn to the disturbances or trouble or serious threats to safety being made against persons (details supplied) in Dublin 17; the action which has been taken; and the action which will now be taken to deal with this behaviour in view of actual knowledge arising; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [7572/05]
Amharc ar fhreagraI have been informed by the Garda authorities that three incidents of public disorder have been reported since September 2004 in the area in question. A court date is awaited in respect of one incident and a further two incidents involving a juvenile are being dealt with under the juvenile liaison scheme.
I understand from the Garda authorities that gardaí at Santry Garda station patrol the area in question and that community police, who have an excellent rapport with the local community, are assigned to the area. Also, additional supporting patrols are provided by divisional units and the detective branch.
Current policing plans in the area have as their goals the prevention of anti-social and public order offences, the prevention of crime including crimes of violence against persons and property and the maintenance of an environment conducive to the improvement of quality of life of the residents. Patrols are directed to pay particular attention to residential areas where local youths tend to congregate. I understand that this strategy is, and will continue to be, central to the delivery of a policing service to the area in question.
