39 Mr. Stafford asked the Minister for Tourism, Transport and Communications if he will outline the terms and conditions under which British registered vehicles either (a) hired, (b) leased or (c) under commercial contract, are allowed to operate in the State; and whether there is a time limit on their operation.

I am assuming that the Deputy is referring to the terms and conditions under which British registered commercial vehicles may operate in the State while engaged in the carriage of goods by road for hire or reward. The same conditions apply to all vehicles as detailed in (a), (b) and (c) in the question.