Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 23 June 2026
162. Deputy Louis O'Hara asked the Minister for Transport to provide an update on his Department’s actions to transpose EU Directive 2024/2841 especially in terms of the provisions surrounding the European parking card; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [46991/26]
Amharc ar fhreagraEU Directive (EU) 2024/2841 introduces measures to strengthen the mutual recognition of disability entitlements, including the European parking card.
My Department is currently working with the Department of Children, Disability and Equality and engaging with key stakeholders, including the issuing bodies for the Disabled Parking Scheme, the Irish Wheelchair Association (IWA), the Disabled Drivers Association of Ireland (DDAI), and local authorities and An Garda Síochána, The Department is also engaging at EU level on the development of technical specifications and enforcement measures.
While the current Disabled Parking Permit Scheme already provides a strong basis for compliance, further legislative and administrative adjustments will be required to align with the Directive. My officials are undertaking a detailed legal and operational review, to identify necessary legislative amendments and updates to processes, including permit design and enforcement provisions, to evaluate the Directive’s requirements and ensure its effective transposition into Irish law within the prescribed timeframe.
