Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 18 September 2012
1926. Deputy Thomas P. Broughan asked the Minister for Transport; Tourism and Sport if he is considering any new measures in terms of enhanced security to protect commuters and staff on public and private transport services in view of the vulnerable position, in particular, of staff; and if he is considering any new legislative measures to make it a specific offence to target public and private transport operators. [38589/12]
Amharc ar fhreagraThe safety and security of passengers and staff including arrangements to deal with anti-social behaviour is a matter for the relevant transport operators in conjunction, as appropriate, with the Gardai. I have referred the Deputy's question to the Railway Procurement Agency and CIÉ for direct reply. Please advise my private office if you do not receive a reply within ten working days.
The question of bringing forward new legislation in relation to anti-social behaviour generally is a matter in the first instance for my colleague the Minister for Justice and Equality.
