Legislative Measures

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 21 September 2021

Tuesday, 21 September 2021

Questions (163)

Niall Collins

Question:

163. Deputy Niall Collins asked the Minister for Transport the status of legislation to deal with the issue of scramblers; if he will provide assurances; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [45132/21]

Written answers

Minister of State at the Department of Transport

I can confirm that I am shortly to seek the Government's approval to introduce legislation which will deal comprehensively with the illegal use of quad bikes, scrambler bikes and similar vehicles.

The anti-social use of these vehicles is a menace to the public. Dealing with it involves a range of measures, including legislation and also community engagement, the latter of which involves the Garda Síochána and comes within the remit of my colleague the Minister for Justice. The forthcoming legislation will ensure that the Garda have the necessary powers to address this problem robustly.

Question No. 164 answered with Question No. 151.