Dáil Éireann - Volume 663 - 14 October, 2008

Written Answers. - Taxi Regulations.

Deputy Finian McGrath asked the Minister for Transport, in view of his reply to Parliamentary Question No. 138 of 9 April 2008, the reason no permits have been issued to any applicant to operate a small public service vehicle permit at Shannon Airport (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [34558/08]

  Deputy Noel Dempsey: The issuing of Small Public Service Vehicle (SPSV) permits at Shannon Airport falls within the responsibilities of the Dublin and Shannon Airport Authorities and I have no function in the matter.

However, I understand from the DAA, that following a call for applications a number of new permits were recently issued. It is understood that these will shortly commence service.