Duncan Smith
Question:28. Deputy Duncan Smith asked the Minister for Transport if he will examine increasing the penalty fees for persons parking in disabled parking bays; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [10708/21]
View answerThursday, 25 February 2021
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My predecessor raised the penalty for parking in a disabled bay without displaying a valid permit from €80 to €150 in March 2018.
While I cannot condone the selfish and irresponsible practice of a certain cohort of motorists parking unlawfully in disabled bays, I believe that the current level of penalty is proportional to the offence, and I have no plans to increase it at this time.