Shane McEntee (Meath East, Fine Gael)

The NCT was set up to progress road safety. There is no question about that purpose because of the number of faulty cars. I can only put my hand on my heart and state that the Road Safety Authority under Mr. Noel Brett will do nothing wrong. I have not spoken to him since the programme which was a major shock to everybody. We know that 99.9% of our mechanics are the best one could get but, as in any game, there will always be one person who takes a short cut. Anybody who knows anything should come straight out with it and not be afraid, as should the Senator if any matter is brought to her attention. No mechanic in his right mind would allow a faulty car to go out, risking not only the life of its driver but that of any other person.

If the Senator has information, I ask her to supply it to me and I will make sure that my Department returns to her on any questions arising.