Finian McGrath (Dublin North Central, Independent)
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Question 640: To ask the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform if he will support a matter (details supplied) in Dublin 5. [30981/09]

Dermot Ahern (Louth, Fianna Fail)
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I am informed by the Garda authorities that the area referred to is in the Coolock Garda Sub-District. The area is subject to regular patrols by uniform and plain clothes personnel, including the Community Policing and Garda Mountain Bike Units. Two members of the local Community Policing Unit are specifically allocated to this area.

Incidents of public disorder and anti-social behaviour reported to the Garda authorities are the subject of investigation and are dealt with appropriately, including by juvenile or adult caution, fixed charge notices or initiating criminal proceedings. Any persons found engaging in such behaviour will continue to be dealt with appropriately in accordance with the law. Local Garda management has no record of any complaints received in respect of specific incidents at the location referred to by the Deputy. However, any such complaints received will be investigated and acted upon.

Current policing policy in the area is predicated on the prevention of crime, including crimes of violence against persons and crimes against 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.