Finian McGrath (Dublin North Central, Independent)
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To ask the Minister for Justice and Equality the action being taken to curb anti social activity in an area (details supplied) in Dublin 9. [16844/13]

Finian McGrath (Dublin North Central, Independent)
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To ask the Minister for Justice and Equality the position regarding the anti-social activities reported in an area (details supplied). [17409/13]

Alan Shatter (Dublin South, Fine Gael)
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I propose to take Questions Nos. 908 and 952 together.

I am informed by the Garda authorities that the area referred to is within the Raheny Garda District. Local Garda management is aware of the issues of concern in this regard.

I am further informed that current policing plans in the area are designed to address issues of crime and public order offences. A dedicated community policing Garda is assigned to the area who is fully aware of the position in the complex in question. Community policing is a central feature of policing policy and current strategies are predicated on the prevention of crime, public order offences and anti-social behaviour. This strategy is, and will continue to be, central to the delivery of a policing service to the area in question. Gardaí in Raheny Garda District will continue to work with individuals and groups in the area and the situation will be kept under review.

Local Garda Management closely monitors patrols, and other operational strategies in place, in conjunction with crime trends and policing needs of the communities in these areas to ensure optimum use is made of Garda resources, and the best possible Garda service is provided to the public.

I am advised that Garda Management is satisfied that a full and comprehensive policing service is being delivered to the area concerned and current structures in place meet the requirements of the delivery of an effective and efficient policing service.