Finian McGrath (Dublin North Central, Independent)
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Question 378: To ask the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform if he will put in a safety and security plan at a location (details supplied) in Dublin 5. [21998/08]

Dermot Ahern (Louth, Fianna Fail)
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I am informed by the Garda authorities that the location referred to is in Coolock Garda District and is patrolled by foot and mobile patrols from that Garda station. Members of the local Community Policing Unit allocated to this area liaise with the local community providing crime prevention and security advice.

I am further informed that local Gardaí attended an incident at the location referred to and this is the subject of an investigation. As this is an ongoing Garda investigation, it would be inappropriate for me to comment further at this time.

Additional uniform and plain clothes Garda patrols, including patrols by the District Detective and Drug Units, the Community Policing Unit, the Mountain Bike Unit, the Divisional Crime Task Force and Traffic Corps personnel have been directed to pay particular attention to this area, with a view to ensuring a visible Garda presence.

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.