Vol. 540 No. 1
118 Mr. Callely asked the Minister for the Environment and Local Government if his attention has been drawn to the fact that some people, especially the elderly, find great difficulty in using wheelchair accessible taxis; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [19157/01]
I am aware of the difficulties referred to in the question.
I have indicated that it is intended to consult extensively with representatives of consumer groups, of disabled persons, of taxi service providers and others, to develop further quality improvements for taxi services for the benefit of both the service providers and the general public alike, in the medium term. The quality improvements referred to may include, if appropriate, further improvements of the existing specification for wheelchair accessible taxis. A definitive timescale for this consultation process has not been fixed but my Department will finalise a consultation document in the near future.
