Ceisteanna ar Pholasaí nó ar Reachtaíocht - Questions on Policy or Legislation
Dail Éireann — 2023-12-14
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Paul Donnelly (SF), Dublin West

On the issue of scramblers, unfortunately our communities are not feeling safe or supported. A 50% rise in the number of gardaí leaving the service is deeply worrying in terms of tackling this scourge. Since the introduction of legislation, only one significant action has taken place, which was in Limerick where 44 scramblers were seized. Will the Tánaiste join me to urge parents and guardians not to purchase a scrambler or quad bike over the Christmas period if they are going to be used on our streets, parks and open spaces? Would he support the establishment of a specialised anti-scrambler unit, as such units have been set up across Britain and in Europe?

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Sitting date: 2023-12-14