Alice-Mary Higgins (Independent) | Oireachtas source

We have the concern in terms of how it is interpreted. At this point, we will need to go with the Minister's interpretation. However, I note that perhaps it is important that very clear signals are sent to accompany the roll-out of cargo bikes and that they are covered, if not by the provisions we have suggested, then by the Minister's message that he believes and is confident that they are covered. I know this is a concern that those looking to use cargo bikes have, namely, whether they have that proper protection of legislation. Again, I can see the Minister is confident in this regard but it is important that that is publicly conveyed, and maybe conveyed by those who are availing of some of the schemes that are set up in respect of cargo bikes as well, which would give confidence in the matter.

We will not press the amendments at this point.