At a time when many rural dwellers are concerned about the issues of rural policing it is important that we hear from those in charge of policing in County Cork about the issue. Do we have genuine reasons for concern following the closure of so many Garda Stations around the Country?
An Garda Siochána say that Community Policing aims to provide a dedicated, accessible and
visible Garda service to communities
They say they want to establish effective engagement
processes to meet the needs of local
communities and provide feedback. They aim to use problem-solving initiatives, devised
in partnership with communities and local
agencies, to tackle crime and anti-social
behaviour, through targeted enforcement
and crime prevention and reduction
initiatives. They also want to engage in a community-focused
approach to provide solutions that reduce
the fear of crime and engage meaningfully with young people
to develop and foster positive relationships
with the goal of promoting personal and
community safety.
Come along to Ballyphehane Community Centre on March 14th to hear
Chief Superintendent Tom Hayes speak on how this is being developed in County Cork.
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