Tony Gregory (Dublin Central, Independent)
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Question 197: To ask the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform if, in view of the anti-social behaviour referred to in correspondence (details supplied) and the concerns of residents, the Gardaí will object to further special exemption licences at the premises. [25335/06]

Michael McDowell (Dublin South East, Progressive Democrats)
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I am informed by the Garda authorities that local Garda management is aware of complaints of anti-social behaviour and the concerns of local residents in the vicinity of the licensed premises. The licensed premises, which has a full restaurant and public dancing licence, makes applications on a monthly basis for special exemptions. The premises have been subjected to inspections by Gardaí on five occasions to date in 2006. Gardaí have cautioned the licensee in respect of complaints of anti-social behaviour received from the local residents. He has been advised that an application will be made to restrict any applications for special exemptions to weekly applications to allow him to tackle the issues complained of and for the Gardaí to monitor the situation.

I am further informed that local Garda management will attend court and advise of complaints received and if necessary request residents to attend in the event that the problems continue. Gardaí will continue to monitor the situation and give regular and ongoing attention from both mobile and foot patrols.