Finian McGrath (Dublin North Central, Independent)
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Question 241: To ask the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform if there will be more regular Garda patrols in the Marino area, Dublin 3, to deter the culprits responsible for graffiti and other anti-social behaviour. [4097/05]

Michael McDowell (Dublin South East, Progressive Democrats)
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Clontarf Garda station is responsible for policing the Marino area and the current strength there, all ranks, is 67, an increase of 10 gardaí since 1998. The policing strategies for the area are predicated on the policy of reducing and preventing incidents of public order offending, the prevention of crimes of violence against persons and property and the maintenance of an environment where the quality of life of the residents can be assured and consolidated. These strategies are, and will continue to be, the core value in policing plans for the area for the future.

Additional supporting patrols are provided by divisional units and detective branch personnel. Garda management will continue to monitor and appraise the policing and administrative strategy employed in Marino with a view to ensuring an effective Garda service is maintained.