GALWAY GARDAI DRAFT IN REINFORCEMENTS FOR RAG WEEK

Date Published: 19-Feb-2008

Galway Gardai say they have drafted in extra patrols to the city to deal with Rag Week

Members of the public have been outraged by the behaviour of drunk NUIG and GMIT students on the streets

They’ve also complained about the state of Eyre Square this morning after a night of revelling

Residents in Newcastle say students have been running riot since yesterday afternoon

Student leaders in both third level colleges say the traditional aim of the event is to raise money for charity and they don’t condone excessive drinking or law breaking

Galway Galway have now issued a strong warning about drinking sensibly

Garda Noelle Kilduff of Mill Street station is urging members of the public having problems with students to contact them