Finian McGrath (Dublin North Central, Independent)
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Question 205: To ask the Minister for Justice and Equality the position regarding anti-social activity at a location (details supplied) in Dublin 9. [6103/12]

Alan Shatter (Dublin South, Fine Gael)
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I am informed by the Garda authorities that the area referred to is within the Clontarf Garda Sub-District. Local Garda management is aware of difficulties being experienced by residents concerning the location in question. I am further informed that a meeting, attended by the local Community Garda and local representatives, was held in Autumn, 2011 to discuss matters regarding the location, including issues relating to its ownership. Arising from that meeting, a number of issues identified have been brought to the attention of the local authority. I am also advised that a member of the local Community Policing Unit is allocated specifically to the area concerned and liaises closely with local residents and community group to address any issues raised. The Community Garda has engaged with residents and local representatives regarding concerns relating to the location referred to. The area is the subject of regular patrols by uniform and plain clothes personnel, including the Community Policing Unit, Garda Bike Unit and local Detective and Drug Units, supplemented as required by the Divisional Crime Task Force and Traffic Corps personnel.

Local Garda management monitor these patrols and are satisfied that current structures in place meet the requirements of the delivery of an effective and efficient policing service to the residents concerned. Community policing is a central feature and core value of policing policy and current policing strategies are predicated on the prevention of crime, public order offences and anti-social behaviour. The situation will be kept under review by Garda management.