Auto fuel trader licences
Michael Healy-Rae questions the need for existing mineral-oil licence holders to obtain and pay for a second, partly overlapping auto-fuel licence. The Taoiseach says there is no promised legislation and suggests seeking a Topical Issue debate.
My question concerns promised legislation on excise licence regulations and controls. People who are already in possession of mineral oil trader's licences are now being asked to provide a new auto fuel trader's licence. They are being told they require a second licence from 1 October until 30 June. They are being asked to pay for a 12 month licence that will be in effect for only nine months. Why should they be asked to have a second licence?
Comment on this
I am asking if the Government will allow for a debate on promised legislation regarding excise licence regulations and controls.
Comment on this
I am not in control of the Chair but I might suggest that if the Deputy submits a request for a Topical Issue debate, the Ceann Comhairle might consider it so the Deputy could get a direct response from the Minister.