Tommy Broughan (Dublin North East, Labour)
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Question 438: To ask the Minister for Transport the discussions he has had with van and truck car importers and manufacturers regarding improving safety features on these vehicles and utilising new technology to prevent reckless and dangerous driving; and if a common approach on this matter with his counterparts at EU level has been discussed. [32445/05]

Ivor Callely (Dublin North Central, Fianna Fail)
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The regulatory framework for vehicle standards is set at European level through a harmonised system of motor vehicle type-approval concerned with vehicle safety and environmental protection. These standards, which are given effect in EU directives, are adopted only after their detailed consideration and acceptance by the European Parliament and the Council of Ministers. The deliberative process for directives enables each member state to directly contribute through participation in the Council's technical working groups and at plenary Council meetings. The type-approval process provides for a collaborative approach at both official and ministerial levels in the setting of vehicle standards.

I have not had discussions with vehicle manufacturers or importers in this regard.