James Bannon (Longford-Westmeath, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

I agreed during Leaders' Questions with the sentiments expressed by Deputy Fitzmaurice on cartels at work across the midlands. This is costing jobs in the region. People have contacted me whose jobs are in jeopardy because of what is occurring. Will the Tánaiste indicate whether it would be possible to bring forward the road transport Bill, which is to update road transport operator legislation, reduce the burden on applicants and improve enforcement mechanisms? The issue I raise could, and should, be covered in that legislation, if at all possible. A crisis is developing and lame-duck excuses are being given. It is costing jobs in the midlands.

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