Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 12 February 2019
79. Deputy John Lahart asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the amendments being made with regard to traffic regulations to take account of the arrival of electric scooters, battery scooters and electric bicycles; his plans to introduce a speed limit in cycle lanes; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [6253/19]
Amharc ar fhreagraAs the Deputy's question indicates, we live in a time of rapidly emerging transportation innovations. While welcome, this inevitably raises the question of the safety implications of these new technologies and how to best accommodate them in our public spaces. As Minister, my highest priority in all areas of transport must always be safety.
I indicated in response to a recent parliamentary question on eScooters that I shall in due course be asking the Road Safety Authority to consider the question of these vehicles and their safe use. I look forward with interest to the outcome.
