Call for welfare payments to be moved out of GPO to tackle anti-social behaviour
Summary
Green Party Councillor Janet Horner reacts to Arnett’s proposal to stop social welfare payments at the GPO to combat antisocial behavior, arguing that removing public services is counterproductive. She criticizes the Dublin City Task Force for pursuing a separate agenda lacking democratic oversight while the council remains under-resourced. Horner also highlights the GPO’s potential for regeneration, suggesting the empty offices could be repurposed for cultural and community uses to revitalize Dublin 1.
Topics discussed
Introduction: Proposal to stop GPO welfare payments
Janet Horner's reaction to the Arnett's proposal
Responsibility: Task Force vs. City Council agenda
Resource disparity and lack of democratic oversight
Future potential and regeneration of the GPO site
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