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Garda ‘Days of Action’ seek to deter rise in anti-social behaviour incidents

30 May 2025

•    An Garda Siochana to board Dublin Bus services in ‘Days of Action’
•    Minister for Transport meets Dublin Bus CEO Billy Hann
•    Reported anti-social behaviour incidents more than double 2019 -2024
•    Dublin Bus reiterates call for dedicate transport security force

A series of Garda Days of Action are set to take place across the Dublin Bus network over the bank holiday weekend and coming weeks, as part of a joint commitment by Dublin Bus, An Garda Síochána and the Department of Transport to improve safety and visibility on public transport. 

At a photocall this week, Minister for Transport Darragh O’Brien, TD and Dublin Bus Chief Executive Billy Hann met with members of the Safer Journeys Team and An Garda Síochána to promote the upcoming operations. This includes a dedicated public transport wide day on June 10th, which will involve increased Garda presence across key routes and areas of the city. The Garda Days of Action are planned to continue throughout 2025, taking place at locations and times identified by data and frontline feedback.

Reported incidents of anti-social behaviour aboard Dublin Bus services have increased sharply in recent years. From 2019 to 2024, incidents have more than doubled from 494 to 1053 per year. The initiative aims to deter anti-social behaviour, support drivers and enhance the experience for people using public transport across the city and Greater Dublin Area.

Commenting on the announcement, Billy Hann, Chief Executive of Dublin Bus, said:

“At Dublin Bus, the safety of our customers and employees is our top priority. The Garda Days of Action reflect our strong and ongoing partnership with An Garda Síochána, and we welcome their continued support in ensuring a safe and respectful environment on board our services. Our Safer Journeys Team is a key part of this safety focus, and we remain committed to working with Government and the Gardaí to enhance safety and security across the public transport network.”

Minister Darragh O’Brien TD, Minister for Transport, added:

“A reliable and safe public transport network is fundamental to a functioning city. That means visibility, presence and cooperation. I fully support these Garda-led Days of Action and commend Dublin Bus for the proactive way it has approached safety through initiatives like the Safer Journeys Team. This is what joined-up public service delivery looks like — practical, responsive and focused on people.”

These actions form part of a broader safety and security strategy which Dublin Bus has developed in conjunction with the Department of Transport, including active support for the proposed establishment of a dedicated public transport policing unit.