John Connolly (Galway West, Fianna Fail)
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186. To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport for an update on the development of the new vehicle adaptation scheme; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [62525/25]

Seán Canney (Galway East, Independent)
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As Minister of State for International and Road Transport, Logistics, Rail and Ports, I wish to advise that my officials have begun development of proposals for the scheme. While there has been some initial engagement with key stakeholders, over the coming months the Department intends to conduct extensive consultation with stakeholders, including advocacy groups, to agree the principles and parameters of the new scheme. In addition, a public consultation will be launched to seek the views of the public on the development and administration of the new scheme.

The Department’s priority, in introducing this new Vehicle Adaptation Scheme, is to provide supports for both disabled drivers and passengers which are fit for purpose and which are also equitable, effective, efficient and proportionate and appropriate to needs.