I again raise the issue of scramblers, e-bikes and e-scooters. We have to get a grip on the import and supply of these vehicles. We also need to have a far greater accountability from the suppliers of these vehicles, which are wreaking havoc in communities across the country. I have spoken previously of gangs of youths wearing balaclavas when driving on scramblers, etc., but they are not even wearing balaclavas anymore. They do not care and they are not afraid. They are not being pursued and are being given free reign. From speaking with representatives of the GRA, gardaí are afraid of pursuing them for fear of disciplinary action or, worse, prosecution. Will the Government introduce a statutory indemnity protecting gardaí who pursue, within reason, scramblers? Will the Government introduce a separate professional driving licence for gardaí so they can go about their duty? Will the Government bring in stricter measures so that we can get rid of this scourge once and for all? Grace's Law on its own is insufficient. We need a comprehensive suite of measures that includes a ban of online sales in this jurisdiction to rid us of this scourge once and for all.

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