Seanad debates
Thursday, 3 April 2003
Crime Levels: Statements.
It is also of the utmost importance that local authorities assist the gardaĆ in combating crime. Improving infrastructure such as public lighting deters crime by increasing surveillance and provides a less expensive alternative to CCTV. Last year the British Home Office review stated that improved street lighting reduced crime by 20%. Street lighting works well if targeted to a specific crime hotspot and can be a feasible and inexpensive method of crime reduction.
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