Vol. 485 No. 2
117 Mr. Shatter asked the Minister for Public Enterprise if she will indicate existing regulations arising out of the Package Holidays and Travel Trade Act, 1995; the submissions or proposed amendments, if any, to the Act which have been made to her by the industry or individuals; the plans, if any, she has to amend it; and her views on whether the travelling consumer's health is well protected under its provisions. [22983/97]
The following regulations were made under the Package Holidays and Travel Trade Act, 1995:
Package Holidays and Travel Trade Act, 1995 (Commencement) Order, 1995. (S.I. No. 235 of 1995).
Approved Bodies (Fees) Regulations, 1995. (S.I. No. 236 of 1995).
Package Holidays and Travel Trade Act, 1995 (Bonds) Regulations, 1995. (S.I. No. 270 of 1995).
Package Holidays and Travel Trade Act, 1995 (Occasional Organisers) Regulations, 1995. (S.I. No. 271 of 1995).
I have received no proposals for the amendment of the Act. I should point out, however, that most of the functions in relation to the implementation of the Act are vested in the Director of Consumer Affairs. The requirement in the legislation as far as health matters are concerned is that general information in this regard should be included in holiday brochures. The Director's office has indicated that no representations have been received indicating that the information supplied to customers by travel firms on health matters is inadequate or incorrect. However, should the Deputy have a particular concern about a specific tour operator, he should contact the Director's office who will investigate the matter.
