Minister says actions to tackle anti-social behaviour in Dublin ‘welcome’

Minister Josepha Madigan says she is supporting ‘urgent implementation of tougher measures’ to tackle anti-social behaviour across Dublin City and County, to improve Garda visibility, and to uphold law, order and public safety.

“Our citizens deserve to know that their safety and security is a top priority,” she said.

“Law and order is a core value of this Government and we must continue to ensure that community safety policies are prioritized, not just in An Garda Siochana, but in health and social services, education authorities and local authorities.

“This all of government approach will ensure that our cities, towns, and villages are safe. Dublin is much more than our capital city – but also the industrial, economic and cultural centre of our nation.

“I have been angered by a number of recent incidents that have taken place which underline the need to implement our plans as quickly as possible.”

Minister Madigan said recent violent and unprovoked attacks have stoked up a lot of unease about people’s personal safety on the streets of Dublin.

“As a woman and mother, I know this feeling all too well,” she said.

“It is clear that a targeted approach is needed.

“A new Local Community Safety Partnership will be piloted in Dublin’s Inner City and a Community Safety Innovation Fund, announced by Minister McEntee and Minister McGrath, will encourage and recognise the efforts of local communities to improve community safety, based on their local experience and unique perspectives. The fund will reflect the success of An Garda Siochana and the Criminal assets Bureau in seizing criminal assets.”