Finian McGrath (Dublin North Central, Independent)
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To ask the Minister for Justice and Equality the precautions being taken regarding the pipe bombs which are continually being set off in an area (details supplied). [42857/12]

Alan Shatter (Dublin South, Fine Gael)
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The Garda Síochána are aware and are currently investigating a number of incidents involving pipe bombs in the area referred to by the Deputy. A number of firearms as well as ammunition and suspect devices were recovered by the Gardaí in the course of these investigations and one person was arrested. An Garda Síochána's Policing Plan 2012 sets out its commitment to pro-actively target groups and individuals engaged in serious and organised crime, including those involved with improvised explosive devices.

The Gardaí are committed to eradicating this particular form of criminality.