The Galway City Local Community Safety Partnership (LCSP) will hold its first Annual Public Meeting on Wednesday, 25 November 2026, at Dexcom Stadium, Galway, from 11am to 1pm.
The meeting will provide an opportunity for the public to learn more about the work of the Partnership, hear about progress made since its establishment, and engage directly with representatives from a wide range of agencies and organisations working together to make Galway City a safer and more connected place to live, work, learn and visit. Members of the public are invited to attend and are encouraged to submit questions in advance. The Partnership welcomes questions from individuals, community groups and organisations and, where possible, questions received before 5pm 18 November will be addressed by LCSP members as part of the meeting discussion.
Established under the Policing, Security and Community Safety Act 2024, Local Community Safety Partnerships bring together statutory, community and voluntary organisations to identify and address community safety priorities at local level. The legislation represents a significant shift in approach, recognising that community safety is a shared responsibility that extends beyond policing and requires collaboration across government agencies, public services, communities and stakeholders.
The Galway City LCSP includes representatives from Galway City Council, An Garda Síochána, the HSE, Tusla, University of Galway, youth services, community and voluntary organisations, local business representatives, elected members, Galway City Partnership, the Western Region Drug and Alcohol Task Force and other key stakeholders. Together, these organisations work to address the many factors that influence community safety, including health and wellbeing, youth engagement, substance misuse, environmental safety, social inclusion, anti-social behaviour, road safety, online safety and community connectedness.
Speaking ahead of the meeting, Chair of Galway City LCSP, Councillor Niall McNelis, said:
"Community safety is about much more than crime prevention. It is about creating places where people feel safe, supported and connected. One of the most significant changes introduced through the new legislation is the recognition that community safety is a whole-of-government responsibility. I would encourage anyone with an interest in community safety to attend the meeting and to submit questions in advance so that they can hear directly from the organisations involved and contribute to shaping future priorities for Galway City."
Kelly Slattery, Community Safety Co-ordinator with Galway City Council, said:
"This Annual Public Meeting marks an important milestone for the Galway City LCSP. Since the Partnership was established in December 2025, members have been working together to identify local community safety priorities, gather evidence and develop actions that will make a positive difference across the city. The meeting will provide the first opportunity for the public to hear directly from Partnership members about the work undertaken to date, the progress made, and the role of the organisations working together to support community safety across Galway City."
The meeting is open to all and provides an opportunity for residents, community groups and local organisations to learn more about the work of the Partnership and contribute to future community safety priorities in Galway City.
Questions for consideration at the meeting can be submitted in advance to CommunitySafety@GalwayCity.ie no later than 5pm 18 November 2026.
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