Paschal Donohoe (Dublin Central, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

I agree with Deputy Devlin on the answer that was given about antisocial behaviour on public transport. It is appalling that such an attitude would even be suggested. Public transport is safe, and in circumstances where it is not safe or any kind of issue is developing, I absolutely expect Iarnród Éireann and the Garda would do all they can to respond to the issue. A working group on this matter has been in place since May of this year. I am confident, given the way this issue was raised publicly and given the Deputy is now raising it in the Dáil, that the Garda and Iarnród Éireann will redouble their efforts to ensure this issue is responded to. I use public transport. I use the Luas very regularly. I see the work that is done to keep the Luas as safe as possible, but I also see the issues that develop and can cause public concern. I want and expect the Garda, Iarnród Éireann and the National Transport Authority will respond to this issue seriously, as it is serious for those who commute upon and depend upon public transport.

On the issue raised by Deputy Wynne, I have been informed that the Coast Guard unit on Inis Oírr is currently providing cover, given the issue that has developed in Doolin Coast Guard station. We want to ensure that, if there is an issue with the operation of the service, all efforts are made to ensure the safety of seafarers is not in any way compromised. This has been raised by Deputies on all sides of the House today and I am sure the Minister of State, Deputy Naughton, and the Minister for Transport, Deputy Ryan, will respond to Deputies on this as the day goes on.

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