Ruairi Quinn (Dublin South East, Labour)
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Question 31: To ask the Minister for Community, Rural and Gaeltacht Affairs the family support initiatives available to families and communities to counteract anti social behaviour where there is a lack of recreational or sporting facilities available; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [18826/08]

Éamon Ó Cuív (Galway West, Fianna Fail)
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As the Deputy will be aware, addressing anti-social behaviour is primarily a matter for my colleague, the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform while responsibility for family supports rests with the Minister for Social and Family Affairs.

My Department does, however, operate a number of programmes, such as the Local Development Social Inclusion Programme, the Community Development Programme, the RAPID Leverage Schemes and the Young People's Facilities and Services Fund which specifically support local communities and individuals. Many of these initiatives provide co-funding for the activities of other Departments, State agencies and local authorities or provide direct support as in the case of recreational facilities for young people.

I believe that all of these initiatives make a positive contribution to addressing the issues of anti-social behaviour and the lack of recreational opportunities.

Details of all the programmes and schemes operated by my Department, including eligibility criteria, can be accessed on the Department's website at www.pobail.ie.