asked the Minister for Local Government if and when he intends to dispense with the regulation requiring a metal number plate to be affixed to the top of front mudguards of motor cycles since it poses a serious hazard to passing pedestrians as well as to the riders in an accident situation.
Ceisteanna—Questions. Oral Answers. - Motor Cycle Plates.
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The matter raised by the Deputy has been under examination in my Department involving consultation with other relevant authorities. I am at present considering the results of this examination and if, as a consequence, the position warrants a modification of the existing regulations, I shall proceed to do so. I hope to reach an early decision.