Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 22 November 2016
525. Deputy Dara Calleary asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the exemptions and assistance that are available to taxi and hackney operators that are not in a financial position owing to economic circumstances of their core business to purchase new vehicles in order to comply with the ten year rule; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35788/16]
Amharc ar fhreagraThe regulation of the small public service vehicle (SPSV) industry, including issues pertaining to vehicle standards and age limits, is a matter for the National Transport Authority (NTA) under the provisions of the Taxi Regulation Act 2013.
I have therefore referred your question to the NTA for direct reply to you. Please advise my private office if you do not receive a response within 10 working days.
