Vincent P Martin (Green Party) | Oireachtas source

I do not wish to go over ground that has already been covered. I thank all the expert contributors to this important discussion. I was going to make a point in respect of automatic number plate recognition technology but it has more or less been made already by Deputy Leddin. I understand why people adversely impacted by this issue have questions regarding the technology having been rolled out for quite some time in respect of speeding but not in respect of bus lanes. Ms Keane outlined clearly in her submission what it entails and that is in use in other jurisdictions, yet it appears we are pushing an open door today and there are no budgetary restraints or obstacles in the way. Is my understanding correct? I do not wish to ask the witnesses to trespass on the political arena, but where do they see that issue? Ms Keane was very enthusiastic about it and the trials that have happened. It would make a difference. I detect a harmonious approach from all the contributors today but I ask them to drill down among the harmony. People impacted by the illegal use of bus lanes do not have the extra vigilance and enforcement that others enjoy, yet we all seem to be on the same page in respect of that issue. How long will it take before it is brought to fruition? I ask Ms Keane to elaborate further as I know she is an advocate on this matter.