Member

I turn to Amendment 34 in my name, which is about the by-laws provision in the Bill. This amendment is simply to probe the enforceability of any by-laws. Again, from my own experience, bus stations—and, to a lesser extent, bus stops—on occasion attract unacceptable behaviour. Sometimes, this behaviour intimidates bus users and drivers. I welcome the ability for local transport authorities to introduce by-laws to enable a safe and secure environment for users and bus drivers, but I would like the Minister to explain their efficacy. Do they work? Will the Government, via the ministry, be providing model by-laws to enable local transport authorities to create by-laws that are effective? In my suggestion, they would comply with model by-laws across the country.