Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 15 May 2014
39. Deputy Dessie Ellis asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport his plans to ensure that adequate capacity is maintained for taxis in Dublin city centre during the disruption of the Luas development, in view of the limited number of ranks available; and if he has met or will meet representative of taxi drivers to discuss the problems they face regarding same. [21595/14]
View answerThe National Transport Authority (NTA) has responsibility for the implementation and development of infrastructure projects in the Greater Dublin Area (GDA), including the Luas Cross City project.
Dublin City Council (DCC), in consultation with the Commissioner of An Garda Síochána, is responsible for the making of bye-laws regarding the location and number of taxi ranks in the Dublin City area. The making of such bye-laws is a reserved function of the local authority and I have no function in the matter.
Planning for short-term and permanent taxi ranks arising from the Luas Cross City project is discussed by the Luas Cross City Taxi Forum which comprises representatives of Taxi Groups, the Rail Procurement Agency, NTA and DCC. I consider it appropriate that all taxi concerns are discussed at this Forum where very specific and detailed issues can be addressed.
In the light of the NTA’s involvement in the LUAS Taxi Forum, I have referred the Deputy’s question to the Authority for a more detailed response. Please advise my private office if you don't receive a reply within 10 working days.
