Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 16 April 2014
171. Deputy Timmy Dooley asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport his views that it is equitable that a taxi may not be over 15 years in service while public transport vehicles, wheelchair accessible taxis and private buses are not required to be bound by this provision; if he will outline the public policies for this; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [18151/14]
View answer175. Deputy Ciara Conway asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the reason vehicles that are over 15 years cannot be used as taxis yet no such rule exists for buses or other public services vehicles; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [18195/14]
View answerI propose to take Questions Nos. 171 and 175 together.
The National Transport Authority (NTA) has responsibility for the regulation of the taxi industry, including vehicle standards, under the provisions of the Taxi Regulation Act, 2013. I have referred your questions to the NTA for direct reply. If you do not receive a reply within ten working days please notify my private office.
