Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 20 April 2016
515. Deputy Brendan Griffin asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if holders of a hackney licence in rural areas must be available for any minimum number of hours per week or if they are free to operate only when it suits them; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [7489/16]
View answerThe regulation of the small public service vehicle industry, including the requirements for Hackney Licences, is a matter for the National Transport Authority (NTA) under the provisions of the Taxi Regulation Act 2013.
I have referred your question to the NTA for direct reply to you. Please advise my private office if you do not receive a response within 10 working days.
