asked the Minister for Justice the numbers of vehicle crews operating in Dublin to deal with illegally parked vehicles; the number of cars taken to the pound in (a) 1986, (b) 1987, (c) 1988 and (d) to date in 1989; the amounts collected in charges or fines as a result of vehicle removals; if he has given any consideration to alternative systems, such as clamps; and if he will make a statement on the matter.
Written Answers. - Illegally Parked Vehicles.
78.
The information sought by the Deputy is as follows:
|
Year |
No. of cars towed to the Compound |
Charges collected for towing and storage |
|
£ |
||
|
1986 |
1,273 |
29,152 |
|
1987 |
2,051 |
47,212 |
|
1988 |
1,241 |
27,692 |
|
1989 (to date) |
400 |
8,940 |
I have been informed by the Garda authorities that three vehicle crews are at present operating the tow-away service in the Dublin Metropolitan Area. I have also been informed by the Garda authorities that consideration has been given to alternative methods of enforcing the parking regulations, including the use of wheel clamps. As of now, there are no plans for the introduction of this system.