Off-road vehicle declaration deadline
Mattie McGrath seeks an extension to the deadline for declaring off-road vehicles, saying rushed legislation has caused difficulties despite officials’ efforts. The Ceann Comhairle notes the Bill is enacted, while McGrath maintains that extra time is needed.
I refer to the Road Traffic (No. 3) Bill. In this new legislation the deadline for declaring off-road used vehicles is the end of this week, which is causing enormous trouble. I compliment the staff of local authorities and the tax office who are trying to deal with this matter. I appeal to the Ministers for the Environment, Heritage and Local Government and Transport, Tourism and Sport to give an extension that will allow people to be compliant. There was enough information but, as usual, the Bill was rushed through the House.
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This matter is not strictly in accordance but I will try to get an answer for the Deputy.
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I know it has been enacted but I am asking for an extension in time. It is a huge topic. Deputies will know that from their constituencies.