Finian McGrath (Dublin North Central, Independent)
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To ask the Minister for Justice and Equality if he will support the matter of having more Garda in an area (details supplied) in view of the fact that there is currently a crime wave in the area. [37723/12]

Alan Shatter (Dublin South, Fine Gael)
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The Deputy will be aware that the Commissioner is responsible for the detailed allocation of resources, including personnel, throughout the organisation and I have no direct function in the matter. This allocation of resources is constantly monitored in the context of crime trends, policing needs and other operational strategies in place on a District, Divisional and Regional level to ensure optimum use is made of Garda resources and the best possible Garda service is provided to the public.

I have been informed by the Garda Commissioner that the area referred to by the Deputy is covered by Clontarf Garda Station. The personnel strength of Clontarf Garda Station on 31 July 2012, the latest date for which figures are readily available was 74. I have also been informed by the Commissioner that a High Visibility Policing Plan for the Dublin Region has commenced which has resulted in dedicated high visibility patrols in key commercial/ public thoroughfares at strategic times as dictated by crime trends, demand led policing and footfall. This high visibility presence will specifically target areas of concern.