Finian McGrath (Dublin North Central, Independent)
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Question 258: To ask the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform if he will support a matter (details supplied). [38883/08]

Dermot Ahern (Louth, Fianna Fail)
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I am informed by the Garda authorities that the location referred to is in Clontarf Garda Sub-District and is patrolled by foot and mobile patrols from that Garda station. Patrols are supplemented as necessary by the District Mountain Bike, Detective and Drug Units, the Divisional Crime Task Force and Traffic Corps personnel.

A member of the local Community Policing Unit is also allocated to this area and liaises with the local community providing crime prevention and security advice. Any specific issues raised receive appropriate attention by local Garda members.

I am further informed that local Garda management is aware of two anti-social behaviour incidents this year in the general area referred to by the Deputy. 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.