Airport Policy

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 14 June 2022

Tuesday, 14 June 2022

Ceisteanna (257)

Neale Richmond

Ceist:

257. Deputy Neale Richmond asked the Minister for Transport if his attention has been drawn to the possibility that taxi drivers will be refused applications for Dublin Airport taxi permits if their vehicles are not wheelchair-accessible; if exceptions can be made for vehicles which are not adaptable in this manner; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [29001/22]

Freagraí scríofa

Minister of State at the Department of Transport

As the Deputy will be aware daa has the statutory responsibility to operate and manage Dublin Airport.

The issue raised is an operational matter for daa, I have therefore forwarded your question to the company for direct reply. If the Deputy does not receive a reply within ten working days, please advise my Private Office.