An Post chief David McRedmond will head new Dublin taskforce

David McRedmond. As well as addressing antisocial behaviour, public safety and public transport, the taskforce will also look at arts, culture, and business within the 'inner cordon' of the capital. Picture: Jason Clarke

An Post chief executive David McRedmond has been appointed to lead the Government's new Dublin taskforce aimed at rejuvenating the city centre.

Cabinet has approved the taskforce, which will focus on curbing antisocial behaviour and improving safety and public transport, but will also look at arts, culture, and business within the "inner cordon" of the capital.