Ceisteanna ar Pholasaí nó ar Reachtaíocht - Questions on Policy or Legislation
Dail Éireann — 2023-03-23
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Steven Matthews (GP), Wicklow

There is an issue with the lack of enforcement regarding parking on cycle paths, footpaths and disability bays. Fewer than one person per day nationally was issued with a fine for parking in cycle lanes. I have the figures for 2021 and 2022 from the Garda Commissioner. A total of €360 million per year is spent on active travel to make those safe routes to school and provide accessibility. Better Garda enforcement is needed. I ask the Tánaiste to engage with the Minister for Justice to direct the Garda Commissioner to act on that. It is not just about road safety; it is about accessibility and protecting our children going to school, and it is climate action.

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Sitting date: 2023-03-23