Niall Collins (Limerick County, Fianna Fail) | Oireachtas source

Last week, RTE's "Prime Time" reported on an individual whose serious injury was allegedly sustained on a roller coaster at an Irish funfair attraction. The report outlined the inadequate statutory provisions relating to the capacity of the HSA to investigate the incident. Has the Department initiated a plan of action to address this serious issue? In the United Kingdom, there is a large body of documentation setting out guidance on safety practices at fairgrounds and theme parks, which we do not have here. If we look at best practice abroad, there is clearly a gap between the standards applying in this State and what is being done in other jurisdictions. Do we have to wait until somebody dies or will the Department move to address this matter? Is the Minister of State aware that my party has published legislation which seeks to address concerns in this area?

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