Gardaí patrolling the streets of Dublin have been told to get tough on crime.
A new policy of increased Garda visibility has been introduced in the capital in recent weeks, with a focus on tackling anti-social behaviour, drug dealing, aggressive begging, thefts and shoplifting.
Foot patrols will be concentrated on O’Connell Street, Henry Street and Talbot Street in particular.
Justice Minister Jim O’Callaghan, says people want to feel safe in the city centre:
"We want greater Garda visibility. People want to see them on the street to provide the greater sense of safety and security - that's what I'm committed to achieving as Minister for Justice. In fairness, the senior management within the Garda Siochána agree with us and that's why we're seeing greater visibility"
