Offaly Local Community Safety Partnership advances planning at second meeting
Offaly Local Community Safety Partnership advances planning at second meeting
The newly established Offaly Local Community Safety Partnership (LCSP) held its second meeting on 4 March 2026 at Offaly County Council, with strong attendance from all relevant stakeholders, community representatives, state agencies, and elected members. All participants remain committed to enhancing safety and wellbeing across the county.
Members received detailed presentations from An Garda Síochána, the Midland Regional Drug & Alcohol Task Force (MRDATF), and the HSE Community Alcohol & Drug Service (CADS). The MRDATF and HSE CADS outlined the broad range of services and supports available throughout County Offaly for individuals under and over 18 years, as well as families affected by drug- and alcohol-related issues.
Speaking at the meeting, Antoinette Kinsella, Co-ordinator MRDATF said, “I very much welcome the opportunity to present on the work of the Task Force here today. As a member of this committee, I look forward to working in partnership with Community Safety Partnership members in further supporting a co-ordinated response to drug and alcohol related issues across County Offaly.”
Constructive discussion followed regarding how the Partnership can build on this work and further strengthen collaboration between agencies, service providers, and local communities.
Work will now progress on the development of a Local Community Safety Plan for Offaly, led by the LCSP. Relevant subgroups focusing on specific topics are currently being formed and will be confirmed at the next Partnership meeting, scheduled for May 2026. Public consultation will be central to the planning process, with details on how residents can participate and share their views to be announced in the coming weeks.
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