Taxi Regulations

Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 23 January 2013

Wednesday, 23 January 2013

Questions (255)

Micheál Martin

Question:

255. Deputy Micheál Martin asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the rationale behind the inclusion of limos in the SPSV entry test for those wishing to operate in the SPSV industry; his views on whether it makes sense to apply the same test to limo drivers as applied to taxi drivers particularly in relation to area knowledge; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [3414/13]

Written answers

Minister of State at the Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport

The National Transport Authority (NTA) has responsibility for the regulation of the SPSV industry under the Taxi Regulation Act, 2003, including the entry requirements for limousines and area knowledge testing.

I have referred your Question to the National Transport Authority (NTA) for a direct response. Please advise my private office if you do not receive a reply within ten working days.