Motor Tax Collection

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 22 September 2015

Tuesday, 22 September 2015

Questions (1436)

Paul Murphy

Question:

1436. Deputy Paul Murphy asked the Minister for the Environment, Community and Local Government if his Department has considered the needs of members of the public who are not in a position to avail of online services in the closure of local motor tax offices, in particular if this has been considered for the closure of offices in the South Dublin and Dún Laoghaire Rathdown local authority areas; if any re-opening of offices is being considered; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [31251/15]

Written answers

Minister for the Environment, Community and Local Government

While 75% of all motor tax transactions in Dublin are now made online, motor tax applications can be made by post, as well as by presenting in person at Dublin City Council’s Smithfield Office. The location and number of motor tax off ices in Dublin is a matter for Dublin City Council, which administers the service on behalf of the three other Dublin local authorities.