The National Transport Authority (NTA) is reminding the public, industry and all stakeholders that its Local Area Hackney (LAH) Consultation is open for comment. The consultation seeks respondent feedback on a number of proposals to improve rural transport services through updated LAH licence regulations and processes.
The NTA is also consulting on a proposed update to the form of a Fixed Payment Notice at this time.
Full details can be found here: NTA Launches Consultation on Local Area Licences to Enhance Rural Transport.
You can submit your feedback at the National Transport Authority Consultation Portal
Both consultations will close at 5:00pm on Friday, 28 November 2025.
The National Transport Authority (NTA) is inviting feedback on proposed amendments to the Small Public Service Vehicle Regulations, specifically relating to Local Area Hackney licences.
The proposed changes aim to improve access to transport in rural communities through an increase in Local Area Hackney operations. A consultation paper outlining the background to Local Area Hackney licences and the proposed updates is provided at the link above. Consultation on proposed amendments to the SPSV Regulations to increase Local Area Hackney licence uptake at : Consultation on proposed amendments to the SPSV Regulations to increase Local Area Hackney licence uptake.
The National Transport Authority (NTA) is inviting feedback relating to the Fixed Payment Notice form.
The proposed changes aim to improve alignment with digital strategy, in line with Connecting Government 2030: A Digital and ICT Strategy for Ireland’s Public Service. These changes support digitalisation, moving from paper/manual processes to ICT-enabled digital services, and better for the environment. The paper-based option will remain available.
Summary of Proposed Changes
Find out more details here on the Consultation on proposed amendments to the SPSV Regulations to amend the Fixed Payment Notice form
