Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 23 January 2013
256. Deputy Michael Healy-Rae asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if there are any proposals to extend the use of high-tech driver stimulators as part of the safety campaign organised jointly by the Garda and the Road Safety Authority; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [3421/13]
View answerUnder the Road Safety Authority Act 2006 (Conferral of Functions) Order 2006 (S.I. No. 477 of 2006) the Road Safety Authority (RSA) has responsibility for the promotion of public awareness of road safety and measures including the advancement of education, relating to the promotion of the safe use of roads, including co-operation with local authorities and other persons in this regard.
I have received no proposals from the RSA concerning the extension of the use of high-tech driver simulators as part of the road safety campaign organised jointly by the Gardaí and the Authority.
However, I have referred the Deputy's question to the RSA for their information and direct reply. Please advise my private office if you do not receive a reply within 10 working days.
