Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 24 July 2018
2254. Deputy Robert Troy asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if he will consider allowing a company (details supplied) or similar to operate in rural areas in which no taxi service exists. [34372/18]
Amharc ar fhreagraAs the Deputy is aware, the regulation of the small public service vehicle (SPSV) industry is a matter for the National Transport Authority (NTA) under the provisions of the Taxi Regulation Act 2013. The NTA also has been assigned responsibility for integrated local and rural transport, including, since 2012, responsibility for the Rural Transport Programme which now operates under the "Local Link" brand.
Given the particular role of the Authority in these matters, I have 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.
