Sir, - Philip Jacob's letter (January 25th) on the Ballymun area summarised clearly both the problems and the potential within the community there. It was a worthwhile and welcome letter which focused on the major contribution made to the area by the Ballymun Task Force, the area partnership and the job centre.
I would also like to pay tribute to the many residents, community groups and politicians who work in the community, and in conjunction with Dublin Corporation, in the interest of the people of the area. There is indeed a great community spirit in this and many other areas throughout the city which is being harnessed for the achievement of major improvements in living conditions and social, economic and environmental advances not considered feasible heretofore. Dublin Corporation is committed to playing our part in this process. - Yours, etc.,
Principal officer, Dublin Corporation,
Housing Department,
Civic Offices,
Fishamble Street,
Dublin 8.