Tony Gregory (Dublin Central, Independent)
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Question 420: To ask the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform the action the Garda authorities are taking in response to the concerns of residents (details supplied) in Dublin 1; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [26963/04]

Michael McDowell (Dublin South East, Progressive Democrats)
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I am informed by the Garda authorities that in response to the anti-social behaviour referred to, community gardaí, on the instructions of local Garda management, carried out a covert operation, with a view to targeting those involved.

I understand that as a result of this operation, eight youths were found to be involved in anti-social behaviour and were in breach of by-law 2 of Dublin Corporation (Prohibition of Consumption of Intoxicating Liquor on Streets and Public Places) By-Laws 2000 and are now being dealt with under the Garda juvenile diversion programme.

I am further informed by the Garda authorities the community gardaí along with Dublin City Council representatives also examined a number of vacant flats in the complex which residents believed were being used for anti-social activity. On examination, the flats were not found to be so used. Community gardaí will continue to monitor the position and liaise with Dublin City Council representatives to ensure there is no reoccurrence of the anti-social behaviour.