Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 16 April 2024
194. Deputy Mattie McGrath asked the Minister for Transport the reasons some local authorities are insisting on public liability cover for motorcycle sport of €13 million while other councils only require €6.5 million public liability cover (details supplied); the Government position; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [16065/24]
Amharc ar fhreagraThe European Union (Motor Insurance) Regulations 2023 inserted a new section 81A in the Road Traffic Act, 1961, setting out that motorsports events and activities are exempted from motor insurance requirements, provided the local authority ensures that the organisers have sufficient public liability insurance in place. As there is no limit to personal injury awards, each local authority may set its own amount.
