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Local Community Safety Partnership

Community safety is a broad concept that goes beyond just policing and crime. It’s about people being and feeling safe in their communities, and it includes everything from visible Gardaí to safe places for children to play.

Local Community Safety Partnership (LCSP)

 


Members of LCSP

Pictured at the first meeting of the Local Community Safety Partnership meeting held on 20th January 2026 are: Sinéad Carr Chief Executive TCC, Noel Coonan Chair LCSP, Cllr. Andy Moloney Vice-Chair LCSP, Áine Roche LCSP Co-Ordinator, Angela Sheehan LCSP Administrator and members of the LCSP.

Tipperary County Council is pleased to announce the establishment of the Local Community Safety Partnership (LCSP), a new initiative designed to strengthen collaboration between communities, local agencies and An Garda Síochána to enhance safety and wellbeing across the county.

The first official meeting of the LCSP took place on Tuesday 20th January 2026, marking a significant step forward in delivering a more inclusive and community-driven approach to safety. The partnership brings together representatives from statutory bodies, community organisations and residents to identify priorities and develop practical solutions in order to address local needs.

At this inaugural meeting, members formally nominated and appointed the Chair Noel Coonan (former Fine Gael elected member and TD) and Vice-Chair, Cllr Andy Moloney, who will lead the partnership in its work to promote safer communities and foster trust and cooperation between all stakeholders.

Speaking at the meeting, Sinéad Carr, Chief Executive of Tipperary County Council, said:

“This partnership represents a shared commitment to working together for the benefit of all who live, work, and visit Tipperary. By combining local knowledge with the resources of statutory agencies, we can create a safer, stronger, and more connected county.” This partnership provides a unique opportunity to make change”. 

The LCSP will focus on key priorities such as crime prevention, community engagement, and supporting vulnerable groups, ensuring that every voice is heard in shaping the future of community safety.

Speaking at the meeting, Noel Coonan newly elected Chair of the LCSP, said he was looking forward to working with Áine Roche Co Ordinator of the LCSP and alongside Vice Chair Andy Moloney and the extended partnership to give back to the community and to establish a strong plan for community safety in Tipperary. Noel stated that the strong expertise of the partnership will contribute to great ideas to foster partnerships within the group and that he looks forward to the challenge ahead. 

For more information about the Local Community Safety Partnership and how you can get involved, please contact LCSP@tipperarycoco.ie or aine.roche@tipperarycoco.ie