Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 16 December 2004
143 Mr. Naughten asked the Minister for Transport the procedures involved in establishing a vehicle test centre for commercial and heavy goods vehicles; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [33942/04]
Amharc ar fhreagraThe appointment of authorised testers for the purposes of compulsory testing of commercial and heavy goods vehicles is a matter for local authorities in accordance with the European Communities (Vehicle Testing) Regulations 2004.
The application will be considered by the local authority by reference to standards for premises, equipment and staff that are separately specified by the Minister.
