#Anti-social behaviour
Dart to launch text alert system aimed at tackling anti-social behaviour next month
The service will be live-monitored by central security.
Gardaí investigating further criminal damage at Dublin building site
Last month work at the site was stopped because of anti-social behaviour.
Over €100,000 to be spent on security on Irish Rail over Christmas
There have been increased calls for transport security in recent months.
Dublin Bus driver: 'We need transport police to protect bus drivers from assaults and abuse'
The last incident on my bus really knocked my confidence. It was a cyclist who spat in my eye, writes Dublin Bus driver, Dave Fitzsimons.
'Unprecedented' stabbing on Irish Rail train leads to renewed calls for transport police
The NBRU has said the incident “may serve to be a watershed moment in the ongoing debate on the issue of anti-social behaviour”.
Trains rerouted in Kildare after 'passenger trouble' on early morning service
Trains to and from Newbridge were running from Hazelhatch station in west Dublin from 6.35am.
Irish Rail to bump up security on north Dublin Dart line after reports of anti-social behaviour
Incidents of intimidating and threatening behaviour have become commonplace on the northern line in recent weeks.
'Boy-racers doing doughnuts are driving tourists away' - Mayo County Council
“I really don’t know how they can afford to keep replacing the tyres,” one resident said.
Dublin residents terrorised by joyriding and cars set on fire outside their homes
Tommy Broughan told the Minister for Justice that it has been “hugely distressing” for people in his constituency.
'Really busy, all day and all night' - Fire crews just had one of their busiest Halloweens in years
Dublin Fire Brigade dealt with 1,100 calls.
Poll: Do you agree with the use of 'mosquito alarms' to deter anti-social behaviour?
One is being used on Dublin’s O’Connell Street.
See anti-social behaviour on the Luas? New service offers a 'simple, discreet way' to report it
Operator Transdev has created a new text service for people to report instances of anti-social behaviour.
'It could have tragic consequences': Teenagers have been spotted 'train surfing' on the Dart
Two teenagers were photographed standing between two carriages on a moving Dart at the Killester station.
Vandalism in south Dublin continues despite €20,000 investment in CCTV system
The council recently spent €20,000 on the security set-up.
'We could have been killed': Locals worried about number of fires being set in north Dublin suburb
The most recent fire was in a wheelie bin outside a woman’s house – it caused extensive damage to her windows and the exterior wall.
Car crashed through fence at Dublin modular housing site, then set alight
Construction on the rapid-build homes at the site is due to begin next week.
Visually-impaired man plans to move home following Kerry assault
Tim, a visually impaired busker, was assaulted by two women when he asked them to stop feeding his dog.
Donegal school to install CCTV after 'human excrement left in classroom'
Ayr Hill National School in Ramelton has been the target of a string of anti-social behaviour incidents in recent weeks.
McDonald's hires bouncers after anti-social behaviour from schoolchildren
The teenagers reportedly caused thousands of pounds worth of damage.
Poll: Do you feel safe in your local area during Halloween?
Or is it relatively quiet?
Passengers terrified as brawl breaks out on Dublin bus
Dublin Bus said its driver, who activated the panic alarm and then exited the bus, followed proper procedures.
Gardaí called to Dart station as fight breaks out between youths in carriage
The Dart was delayed for around 30 minutes because of the incident last night.
Poll: Is banning swearing in public a step too far?
Waterford City Council has brought in a ban on swearing in public places, but many locals aren’t happy about it.
A mankini ban has been great for one small seaside town
“You couldn’t walk the streets on a Saturday without seeing someone wearing a mankini or what have you.”
Could football fans be breathalysed before entering grounds? A new initiative starts today
Authorities are hoping to stamp out anti-social behaviour.
Anti-social behaviour on Dublin's streets 'isn't putting tourists off'
Minister Paschal Donohoe said that Ireland is “a very safe destination” for tourists.
Three gardaí injured over last two nights in Dublin 'no-go area'
A local councillor said parents need to take more responsibility for their children as a group of youths continues to cause nightly mayhem in the area.
Elderly people "left stranded" after Dublin Bus change Clondalkin route due to stone-throwing
Dublin Bus says the diversion was caused by vandals throwing stones at the bus.
How does Dublin Bus deal with anti-social behaviour?
Cameras, control centres and community. Apparently.
Two men arrested after kicking in window on Dublin bus
The two men smashed the window on a late-night bus from Dublin City.
Exchange Dublin to 'gradually reopen' as volunteers expect return of keys
The alcohol-free space was shut down last year following allegations of anti-social behaviour in the area.
Column: Legislation changes our drugs landscape – but it isn’t a complete solution
It is time to acknowledge that drug and alcohol use is a part of modern society –and a public health issue to be managed, writes Tony Duffin.
ASBOs can change perception that 'out of control' O'Connell Street is unsafe
The Dublin City Business Improvement District think ASBOs will improve Dublin’s anti-social behaviour issues, but a Dublin City Councillor said he isn’t convinced.
Parents 'gobsmacked' after autistic son pricked by syringe on train Exclusive
The seven-year-old is now getting a course of shots against hepatitis B and C.
Man injects himself in the groin on the Luas
A woman who witnessed the drug use said it ‘made her feel sick’.
Fire crew stoned with rocks a day after they call for an end in anti-social behaviour
IFESA says the Waterford incident is just the latest in anti-social attacks on fire service crews.
Concern about attacks on firefighters as Halloween approaches
Dublin Fire Brigade has said that the number of incidents of violence is small compared to the huge number of calls they attend every year.
Bus Éireann passengers terrorised by 'rowdy' youths throwing urine around coach
One passenger told TheJournal.ie that she and her boyfriend were threatened and that the bus driver was too intimidated to do anything about it.
Here's a sneak peek at the garda operation at the Eminem gig
Over 750 gardaí are on duty today at Slane where fans will face a number of searches before gaining access to the venue.
Poll: Should landlords be held financially accountable for tenants’ behaviour?
Should landlords be held financially accountable for tenants’ anti-social behaviour?
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