16 May 2006

Transport

Cycling on the Luas Track

Ciarán Cuffe asked the Minister for Transport , his views on allowing cyclists to travel on that portion of the Luas track between Heuston Station and Connolly Station in view of the dangers faced by cyclists on the quays of Dublin; and if he will make a statement on the matter.

Minister for Transport (Mr. Cullen): I do not have any plans to amend the present road traffic regulations as regards cyclists and Luas tracks.