“We Can Dublin Again”
Dublin City Council has launched a new campaign to encourage everyone to enjoy all the amenities and attractions Dublin City has to offer. The ‘We Can Dublin Again’ campaign comes as the … Continue Reading “We Can Dublin Again”
Consolidation of #Policing powers welcomed – McAdam
This week Justice Minister Heather Humphreys TD published the General Scheme of the Garda Síochána (Powers) Bill following approval by Government. The draft legislation provides the necessary legal basis to … Continue Reading Consolidation of #Policing powers welcomed – McAdam
#CityRecoveryPlan Update – June 2021
IntroductionAs we come out of two very difficult and turbulent weekends in the City, the vision for an outdoor summer in Dublin City Centre is really starting to take shape. … Continue Reading #CityRecoveryPlan Update – June 2021
Traffic-free trial on Capel Street begins tonight
Later today will see the Dublin City Council traffic-free trial on Capel Street and Parliament Street begin. This trial involves making both streets vehicle free between 6.30pm and 11pm this … Continue Reading Traffic-free trial on Capel Street begins tonight
Make sure to #HaveYourSay on the Policing Authority’s new public consultation
Last week, the Policing Authority launched a new public consultation to seek the public’s view on what policing issues should be prioritised by An Garda Siochana. The consultation, which is … Continue Reading Make sure to #HaveYourSay on the Policing Authority’s new public consultation
Covid-19 Update – A guide to the adjusted Level 5 restrictions:
🟦 FROM TODAY 🔵 Vaccine Bonus – Fully vaccinated individuals from two households may visit each other indoors two weeks after second dose. No masks or social distancing required. 🟦 … Continue Reading Covid-19 Update – A guide to the adjusted Level 5 restrictions:
#DublinCentral Joint Policing Committee March 2021 meeting
This morning, I joined my colleagues in attending the quarterly meeting of the Joint Policing Committee for the communities of the North Inner City and Cabra Glasnevin. Our Chief Superintendent, … Continue Reading #DublinCentral Joint Policing Committee March 2021 meeting
Policing #ODevaney lands – March 2021
Over the last fortnight, neighbours and residents across Stoneybatter have been in touch with me expressing their concern about the recent spate of incidents of anti-social behaviour. These incidents were … Continue Reading Policing #ODevaney lands – March 2021
City Council amend policy to tackle illegal parking on footpaths.
Last night Dublin City Council agreed to change its policy towards parking enforcement. I have attached below a copy of the report presented to Councillors for your review but at … Continue Reading City Council amend policy to tackle illegal parking on footpaths.
#NorthInnerCity Garda Operation to tackle assaults & knife crime
Following on from the recent trouble in the city with knife crime and the particular concerns raised by residents across the North Inner City about the situation, I sought updates … Continue Reading #NorthInnerCity Garda Operation to tackle assaults & knife crime
Fine Gael Emergency Motion on Knife Crime passed by Dublin City Council – McAdam
Tonight, myself and my Fine Gael colleague, Councillor Colm O’Rourke submitted an Emergency Motion for debate at the monthly City Council meeting following the recent spate of knife related criminal … Continue Reading Fine Gael Emergency Motion on Knife Crime passed by Dublin City Council – McAdam
Policing Report – Joint Dublin City Council / An Garda Siochana Committee Update
Yesterday saw the first meeting of the Joint City Council Garda Committee made up Councillors, Oireachtas members, senior Garda officers and officials from the Council. This Committee meets every two … Continue Reading Policing Report – Joint Dublin City Council / An Garda Siochana Committee Update
New law will break link between criminal gangs and vulnerable youngsters – McAdam
A new law will break the link between criminal gangs and the vulnerable youngsters they recruit, a Fine Gael Councillor has said. Councillor McAdam said the General Scheme of the … Continue Reading New law will break link between criminal gangs and vulnerable youngsters – McAdam
New Community Safety Partnership established for #NorthInnerCity
In November, Helen McEntee T.D., Minister for Justice announced the establishment of the Community Safety Partnership pilot for the North Inner City. I very much welcome this initiative from Minister … Continue Reading New Community Safety Partnership established for #NorthInnerCity
4th Annual NEIC Progress Report launched.
Earlier this week, I joined Minister Paschal Donohoe and Michael Stone, Chairman of the Government’s North-East Inner City Initiative Programme Implementation Board to launch the 2020 North East Inner City … Continue Reading 4th Annual NEIC Progress Report launched.
Update on refurbishment of Fitzgibbon Street Garda Station – November 2020
In recent days, Helen McEntee T.D., Minister for Justice provided me with an update on the progress being made to refurbish Fitzgibbon Street and to indicate when she expects the … Continue Reading Update on refurbishment of Fitzgibbon Street Garda Station – November 2020
