Duncan Smith (Dublin Fingal East, Labour)
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283. To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if he will provide an update on the possible roll out of the taxi EV grant; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [34338/25]

Darragh O'Brien (Dublin Fingal East, Fianna Fail)
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The 2025 Electric Small Public Service Vehicle (eSPSV25) Grant Scheme will re-open on Monday 23rd June.

Since its inception in 2018, the eSPSV Grant Scheme has facilitated over 3,200 SPSV operators to make the switch to electric vehicles, contributing significantly to Ireland's climate goals.

The scheme was initially launched in February with a €12.5 million budget. It received a record number of applications, which have now been assessed. Almost €7.5 million has been allocated to successful applicants, meaning just under €5 million will be available when the scheme re-opens.

Successful candidates will receive substantial grants to enable the switch to electric vehicles, including:

€10,000 towards the purchase of a new full battery electric SPSV

€12,500 towards the purchase of a new full battery electric wheelchair-accessible SPSV.

For those scrapping older, high-mileage, or more polluting vehicles, the grant doubles to:

€20,000 for a new full electric SPSV

€25,000 for a new wheelchair-accessible electric vehicle.

From 23rd June anyone eligible for the scheme and interested in applying for the grant can find detailed information, including application forms and guidelines, on the National Transport Authority’s website.