Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 2 March 2006
180 Ms O. Mitchell asked the Minister for Transport if, in view of the need for early traffic reduction measures to coincide with the inevitable traffic disruption of Transport 21, he will seek special tax incentives, similar to the tax saver scheme, for users of van pools. [8752/06]
View answerThe implementation of the major infrastructure projects in Transport 21 will have some traffic impact during construction and major traffic benefits once operational. The various implementing agencies are acutely conscious of the need to minimise traffic impact during construction and will develop appropriate traffic management strategies in consultation with the local authorities, as traffic authorities.
On a wider front, the Department of Transport is looking at a range of possible options for promoting a more sustainable approach to transport, including the use of fiscal incentives. If it is felt that fiscal incentives such as the one referred to by the Deputy could play a significant role in promoting sustainable solutions, proposals will be put to the Minister for Finance for consideration as part of the annual budget preparations.
