Terence Flanagan (Dublin North East, Independent)
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118. To ask the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine if he is aware of anti-social behaviour problems (details supplied) in County Dublin; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [26530/15]

Simon Coveney (Cork South Central, Fine Gael)
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I can inform the Deputy that An Garda Síochána have instigated Operation Irene, a policing plan designed to address the sorts of issues referred to. This plan commenced on 1 June 2015 and will run until 30 August 2015.

In relation to Howth Fishery Harbour Centre, I am informed that Operation Irene will provide an increased Garda presence over the summer months. Gardaí will continue to patrol and deal with all incidents as deemed appropriate. In this regard, Gardaí monitor persons disembarking from trains at Howth Dart Station and actively patrol the area, with public order patrols of beaches and public amenities being carried out at appropriate times.

My Department is part of a multiagency approach being pursued with ongoing liaison between An Garda Síochána, Dart Control, Fingal County Council, and Iarnród Éireann with a view to addressing any issues that may arise. I also understand that An Garda Síochána are reminding local shops and businesses of their legal obligations in relation to the sale of intoxicating liquor.