Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 27 January 2026
288. Deputy Emer Currie asked the Minister for Transport if his Department is considering proposals to prevent the misuse of disabled parking spaces on private premises; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5563/26]
View answerI wish to advise that, as Minister for Transport, my remit is limited to the provision of disabled parking in public places only through the Disabled Parking Scheme, encompassing such aspects as eligibility for a disabled parking permit and the nomination of specific bodies responsible for issuing permits.
Disabled parking regulations, as with most areas of road traffic legislation, can only be enforced for public roads and car parks. The enforcement of disabled bay use in private car parks, such as those attached to shopping centres and other commercial premises, is the responsibility of the car park's owner. Cars parked illegally in these bays may be clamped and a fee for release may be charged by the operator.
