Seanad debates

Friday, 27 June 2003

Taxi Regulation Bill 2003: Second Stage.

 

I hope the Bill will put an end to strikes by taxi drivers. It is quite unusual to see such action being taken by the self-employed. I hope the taxi business will grow following the enactment of the Bill but it is surprising that even with thousands of new entrants, taxi fares have increased. If the fares were moderate many more people would use taxis. Certain regulations are required for the type of car, the training of the driver and the behaviour of the passenger. There also has to be an element of compulsion on the passengers as to how they behave in a taxi.

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