Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 21 February 2019
170. Deputy Thomas P. Broughan asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport his plans to introduce legislation in the interest of health and road safety to regulate the use of electric and powered skateboards on streets and roads here; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8819/19]
Amharc ar fhreagraAny mechanically propelled vehicle (regardless of the form of propulsion) which is used in a public place (as defined in road traffic legislation) must be registered, taxed, insured and roadworthy, and the driver or rider must be licensed.
As it is not possible for an electric or powered skateboard to conform with this legislation, it is not considered suitable for use in a public place.
I will be formally requesting the Road Safety Authority shortly to examine the feasibility of providing for such electric vehicles in our legislation, and when they have submitted the outcome of their research to me I will consider all the available facts and make a decision on how to proceed.
