Finian McGrath (Dublin North Central, Independent)
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Question 361: To ask the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform if he will support a matter (details supplied). [3054/10]

Dermot Ahern (Louth, Fianna Fail)
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I am informed by the Garda authorities that the area referred to is in the Pearse Street Garda District. Gardaí from the Neighbourhood Policing Unit engage with the community and community leaders in the area, and regular meetings are held to address any issues that arise.

Residents of the area have been reassured of Garda commitment to the area. Any issues arising or fears being expressed or experienced by members of the community will be addressed by local Garda management.

The area is subject to regular foot and mobile patrols and patrols by the Garda Mountain Bike Unit, supplemented by the District Detective and Drug Units and the Divisional Crime Task Force.

Current policing plans in the area are designed to address issues of crime and public order offences, including the prevention of crimes of violence against persons and property and the maintenance of an environment conducive to the improvement of the quality of life of residents. Community policing is a central feature of the policing plans. This strategy is central to the delivery of the policing service to the area in question.

I am further informed that the incident referred to is the subject of ongoing investigation by An Garda Síochána, with one person charged. It would therefore be inappropriate for me to comment further at this time.