An Post may face fines for failing to meet targets 09/05/2008 - 12:31:03
An Post could be forced to pay hefty fines for failing to meet delivery targets under new rules announced by Communications Minister Eamon Ryan today.
Mr Ryan has given the Communications Regulator more powers over the postal sector today, including the right to seek financial sanctions through the courts if An Post fails to comply with one of its directions or delivery targets.
The minister says An Post is still falling significantly short of its 94% next-day delivery target and the new regulations will help to enhance the quality of the postal service.
"These new regulations will afford ComReg broad-ranging powers necessary for the effective regulation of the sector which will enhance the quality of the Irish postal service to that of an international standard," said Ryan.
"I appreciate the recent improvement in the quality of service provided by An Post, and the hard work and commitment of all at the company in achieving this. However, the current 77% level of service for next day delivery of mail still falls significantly short of the 94% target set by the Regulator.
"A superior postal service will have a significant role to play in Ireland's emergence as a knowledge economy. Providing Irish consumers with access to a reliable, efficient postal service, similar to those enjoyed by consumers elsewhere in the European Union, will be central to this development.
"There is no doubt that these regulations will be vital in allowing the Regulator to ensure the delivery of a high-standard, consistently dependable, quality postal service.
"What's more, I am also confident that the management and staff of An Post are equally committed to this objective, and will strive to meet targets to guarantee a first-class postal service in Ireland."
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An Post could be forced to pay hefty fines for failing to meet delivery targets under new rules announced by Communications Minister Eamon Ryan today.
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