John Gormley (Dublin South East, Green Party)
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Question 413: To ask the Minister for Transport about the plans he has to introduce restrictions on helicopter movements in order to reduce noise in residential areas; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [9630/04]

Séamus Brennan (Dublin South, Fianna Fail)
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The activities of helicopters are regulated by the Irish Aviation Authority. If members of the public believe that certain helicopters are flying below the permitted altitudes they should address their concerns to the authority.

Trevor Sargent (Dublin North, Green Party)
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Question 414: To ask the Minister for Transport if he will introduce a legislative provision requiring operators of parked vehicles to turn off their engines as required under Swedish law and which in Ontario, Canada, is notified by signs at bus stops which read: "Please turn your engine off when parked". [9727/04]

Séamus Brennan (Dublin South, Fianna Fail)
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Arising out of the tragic accident on Wellington Quay, Dublin, on 21 February last a Garda investigation is under way and, in addition, Dublin Bus has launched its own company inquiry to determine the cause and the circumstances surrounding the accident. The inquiry will investigate the circumstances of the accident to establish its causes and any contributory factors and will make recommendations to prevent a recurrence. Where such recommendations refer to the need for new statutory controls on traffic, including controls on parking, the appropriate legislative changes will be urgently pursued.