Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 6 April 2011
120 Deputy Mary Lou McDonald asked the Minister for Justice and Equality the measures the Garda Síochána will take in order to ensure that there is no repeat of the violence which occurred at the Smithfield horse fair Dublin on the first Sunday of March 2011. [7018/11]
Amharc ar fhreagraI am informed by the Garda authorities that an operational policing plan is prepared by local Garda management for each occasion on which this event is held.
Following the incidents which occurred at the event recently, additional resources will be deployed, including specialist units and high visibility uniform patrols, to ensure the safety of those attending and to prevent incidents of public disorder, anti-social behaviour, violence and other criminal behaviour.
Local Garda management will continue to liaise with the local authority and other stakeholders involved in organising this event. The policing requirements for the event will remain under review.
I understand that my colleague the Minister for Enterprise, Jobs and Innovation is seeking the advice of the Attorney General on closure of the fair.
