Written answers

Tuesday, 28 March 2006

11:00 pm

Photo of Olivia MitchellOlivia Mitchell (Dublin South, Fine Gael)
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Question 314: To ask the Minister for Transport the reason for his failure to establish a nationwide network of motorcycle instructors to facilitate the delivery of training to motorcyclists as promised in October 2002; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [11997/06]

Photo of Martin CullenMartin Cullen (Waterford, Fianna Fail)
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My Department has supported an initiative by the Irish Motorcyclists' Action Group through the Irish Rider Training Association to establish a network of motorcycle instructors throughout the country so that motorcycle training can be made as widely available as possible. There are 33 qualified motorcycle instructors in place covering most, but not all, of the country. Motorcycle training is also provided by the Dublin local authorities.

The necessary amendment to primary legislation to facilitate the introduction of compulsory initial practical training for motorcyclists will be introduced shortly. In the meantime, a working group comprising of motorcycle interests has been considering the appropriate standards that will apply in this area and the standards that instructors must comply with. Overseeing the introduction of such training will be the responsibility of the proposed road safety authority.

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