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Wednesday, 26 August 2026 16:16

Castlepollard Local Development Group add other measures are needed alongside increased garda presence.

The chair of a Westmeath local development group says a varied response is needed to tackle increased antisocial behaviour.

Stephen O Brien is making the comments after Castlepollard Town Team wrote an open letter to the Garda Superintendent about the issue.

They are calling for a stronger garda presence at weekends as the local station is not open full time.

Mr. O'Brien says while Gardai are needed, it's just one part of the solution:

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