Charles Flanagan (Laois, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

I do not disagree with that and I would be happy to keep the Deputy informed of developments regarding my collaboration with the other Departments and agencies involved. I am sure he would agree that we need to raise awareness of the dangers of quad bikes and scramblers and I acknowledge the role of the Road Safety Authority, which has invested in interventions targeting those most at risk. According to the Road Safety Authority, education and enforcement are key measures and are both appropriate and necessary. The authority collaborates with An Garda Síochána on the matter or motorcycle and quad safety issues and it is important that it builds on a recent campaign which targeted parents considering these vehicles as Christmas gifts. Joint information and awareness programmes are important and I would be happy to hear of any ideas Deputy Jack Chambers has that might provide solutions to the issues.

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