Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 13 July 2017
1075. Deputy Robert Troy asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the level of consultation he has held with his Government colleagues regarding the introduction of the Road Traffic (Minimum Passing Distance of Cyclists) Bill 2017. [34144/17]
View answerThis Private Members Bill was proposed by my colleague the Minister for Employment and Social Protection. At the time, my officials met with her and others to discuss the issues raised by the Bill and suggested possible amendments - subject to legal advice - to existing legislation to address the concerns raised in a practical manner that could be introduced and enforced by An Garda Síochána without the need for primary legislation. I have not held any formal discussions with my colleagues on this matter. As with all Private Members Bills, the Government will in due course discuss and determine its stance on this Bill.
