Dáil
‹ Order of Business Road traffic legislation
Summary
Peter Fitzpatrick calls for drug testing, recognition of UK driving disqualifications and stronger drink-driving enforcement. The Taoiseach says a road traffic Bill is due this session.
We need to introduce systems to test drivers for drugs and to provide for the mutual recognition of driver disqualifications with the UK. We also need other safety measures. I was shocked to hear this week that 60% of those who come before the courts for drink-driving are able to escape without conviction. We need to ensure drink-drivers are not able to use technicalities and loopholes to escape justice.
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We also need an overhaul of road traffic legislation. When can we expect the publication of the road traffic Bill?
