Finian McGrath (Dublin North Central, Independent)
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Question 248: To ask the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform if he will request the Gardaí to put a safety and security plan in place at a location (details supplied) in Dublin 3. [27712/07]

Brian Lenihan Jnr (Dublin West, Fianna Fail)
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I am informed that the area referred to is in Raheny Garda District and is patrolled by Garda foot and mobile patrols from that Garda station. Members of the local Community Policing Unit are also allocated to this area and liaise with the local community.

Additional Garda patrols, including patrols by the District patrol car, District Detective and Drug Units, the Community Policing Unit and the Mountain Bike Units have been directed to pay particular attention to this area, with a view to ensuring a visible Garda presence.

All public order incidents and anti-social behaviour detected by Garda patrols or reported to them are dealt with immediately and the suspected offenders are dealt with in accordance with the law. Current policing policy in the area is predicated on the prevention of crime including crimes of violence against persons and property, the prevention of public order offences and the maintenance of an environment conducive to the improvement of the quality of life of the residents. This strategy is, and will continue to be, central to the delivery of the policing service in this area.