Tony Gregory (Dublin Central, Independent)
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Question 680: To ask the Minister for Community, Rural and Gaeltacht Affairs if his attention has been drawn to a matter (details supplied); if he will instruct Waterways Ireland to take effective steps to prevent a recurrence of these problems in 2007; if he will raise the responsibility of the gardaí to enforce the law in such situations with the Department of Justice, Equality and Law Reform; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [10466/07]

Éamon Ó Cuív (Galway West, Fianna Fail)
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I am informed by Waterways Ireland that it has arrangements in place to liaise with the Gardaí prior to major events occurring at the venue in question and that it is satisfied that these arrangements are effective. While I understand that the area in question was cleaned up within 48 hours, Waterways Ireland informs me that it is in discussion with the venue managers and the relevant local authority with a view to securing enhanced clean-up operations following future events. The Deputy will appreciate that issues of law enforcement are a matter for the Garda Síochána.