Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 29 September 2026
249. Deputy Barry Ward asked the Minister for Transport the position regarding a review of the Vehicle Clamping Act 2015 that would restrict the permission of private clamping companies to clamp cars on public land and instead encourage a system of fixed penalties that would not restrict the driver from leaving. [68092/26]
Amharc ar fhreagraI wish to advise that in October 2017 the National Transport Authority (NTA) assumed responsibility, as the regulator of vehicle clamping activities, for both statutory and non-statutory (privately-owned) clamping areas throughout the State. It is responsible for the regulation of clamping activities, the administration of second-stage vehicle clamping appeals and the investigation of complaints.
In light of the NTA's responsibility in this area, I have forwarded the Deputy's question to the NTA for direct reply. Please advise my private office if you do not receive a response within ten working days.
