Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 25 September 2014
284. Deputy Dessie Ellis asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the reason a person (details supplied) has been allowed to continue to operate an SPSV for hire given his or her conviction for issuing a death threat in 2011; and if, under new legislation, the person's status will be in question. [36288/14]
View answerThe licensing authority for small public service vehicle (SPSV) driver applications or renewals is currently An Garda Síochána while the licensing authority for SPSV vehicle applications or renewals is the National Transport Authority (NTA). The provisions relating to the suitability of a person to hold a licence contained in Section 10(1) of the Taxi Regulation Act, 2013, apply to both the driver and vehicle licence.
In relation to the driver licence in this instance, I would advise that you raise the matter with An Garda Síochána.
I have referred the matter of the vehicle licence to the NTA for its consideration and direct reply to you.
Please advise my private office if you do not receive a response within 10 working days.
