Vol. 440 No. 4
66 Mr. Barrett asked the Minister for the Environment the steps, if any, he is taking to advise the public of the requirements of the European Communities, Mechanically Propelled Vehicle Emission Control Regulations, 1992, and other similar regulations to ensure the assistance of the public in the implementation of these regulations resulting in an improved environment for all.
A public consultation document was issued by my Department in July 1991 in preparation for the 1992 regulations referred to. Other measures were also taken in 1992 to assist public awareness of the impending new emission standards for cars and their new petrol-engined implications for consumers. Advertisements were placed in the major national newspapers notifying the public of the application date for the new emission standards and alerting them that non-complying cars could not be licensed after that date. Motor tax offices were also advised of the implementation date and procedures were put in place to ensure compliance with the regulations. Relevant motor tax documentation, Form RF100, continues to draw attention to the requirements of the 1992 regulations and similar regulations. There has been full co-operation from the Irish motor industry and the public in the implementation of the regulations and minimal problems have been reported.
