Dáil Éireann Debate, Friday - 16 September 2016
1825. Deputy Michael McGrath asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the maximum allowable fee for releasing a clamp from a vehicle in a private car park; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25988/16]
View answerCurrently, there is no statutory regulation of clamping activities on private land.
However, following commencement, under the Vehicle Clamping Act 2015 it will be the function of the National Transport Authority (NTA) to regulate clamping activities wherever they take place.
The NTA will determine the maximum clamp release fee that may be charged in private car parking areas, where clamping is operated as a means of parking control. The Authority may set different charges for different places, different circumstances or different times of the day.
The NTA requires a period to make and prepare the necessary regulations provided for under the Act as well as ensure appropriate training and administrative supports are in place to allow for commencement of regulatory activities. This very necessary preparatory work is well under way.
