Niall Collins (Limerick, Fianna Fail) | Oireachtas source

I introduce this question because there is a degree of denial within the Government in respect of anti-social behaviour, particularly in Dublin city centre and emanating into the broader Dublin region. This issue was raised with the Tánaiste during Leaders' Questions a number of weeks ago by my colleague Deputy Cowen. The Tánaiste was in complete denial about the situation in Dublin. It has been brought to our attention by all stakeholders. In particular, the report of the Garda Inspectorate backs up many of the criticisms and issues we have been raising with regard to crime and reclassification. It is in that context that I put this question.

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