Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 25 July 2023
206. Deputy Michael McNamara asked the Minister for Transport if a hackney licence application for a person (details supplied) can be expedited, given the very urgent need for hackney services in the area; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35929/23]
View answerOn behalf of the Minister for Transport, Eamon Ryan, T.D., I would like to thank you for your recent correspondence.
The regulation of the small public service vehicle (SPSV) industry, including SPSV licensing, is a matter for the independent transport regulator, the National Transport Authority (NTA), under the provisions of the Consolidated Taxi Regulation Acts 2013 and 2016. The Minister has no role in the day-to-day operations of the SPSV sector.
In order to be of assistance, I am forwarding your correspondence to the NTA for consideration and direct reply.
