Increase in anti-social behaviour on trains means more people prefer to drive
The latest increase in anti-social behaviour on trains shows that many people are fearful of using public transport, and prefer to commute from regions such as the North West to larger cities. Irish Rail has reported a sharp rise in the level of anti-social behaviour on its services for the…
Leitrim councillor renews calls for transport police due to rise in anti-social behaviour on public transport
An increase in the number of anti-social behaviour incidents on trains has led to renewed calls for the introduction of transport police by a Leitrim councillor. Drumkeerin based Councillor Padraig Fallon says recent figures from Irish Rail that shows there was a 60 per cent increase in anti-social behaviour…
Sligo Rovers chairman says anti-social behaviour is rare at home games
The Chairperson of Sligo Rovers Football Club says the anti-social behaviour which took place after Saturday’s game between Rovers and Dundalk in the Show Grounds was an ‘isolated incident’. Tommy Higgins says the alleged brawl between rival supporters which took place on Saturday night following the meeting of the…
Anti-social behaviour incidents on the increase in Fermanagh
Concerns are being raised in relation to the increase in anti-social behaviour in parts of Fermanagh including Enniskillen. SDLP councillor Adam Gannon has highlighted the issue after a number of assaults and anti-social incidents in the area over the past few weeks. The Erne West councillor says videos…
Former Donegal Sergeant disagrees with Parental fines
Introducing parental fines for children who engage in anti- social behaviour may be an overreaction, according to a former Donegal Garda sergeant. Limerick councillor Liam Galvin has petitioned the Justice Minister to introduce new legislation that would see parents handed 50 euro fines for their child’s misbehaviour. Retired…
Legislation on anti social behaviour needs to change
This week’s meeting of the joint policing committee in Leitrim heard calls for changes in the legislation when it comes to dealing with those found guilty of anti- social behaviour in housing estates and apartment complex’s The issue was raised by Manorhamilton MD Councillor. Felim Gurn. Cllr Gurn…
Concern over anti-social behaviour, house parties, litter in scenic spots
A Sligo councillor says there is growing concern over anti-social behaviour which he believes is partly as a result of frustration because of Covid-19 restrictions. However, Fianna Fail Councillor Donal Gilroy is urging people not to become complacent in the effort to prevent the spread of the virus. But he…