Taxi unions express concern about departure of regulator

Taxi unions have expressed concern about the news that the regulator for their industry is leaving to take up a new state job.

Ger Deering has been appointed as the new director of the National Employment Rights Agency and is set to take up the position in the coming weeks.

He will be replaced by his deputy, Kathleen Doyle, pending the appointment of a permanent successor.

The National Taxi Drivers Federation has expressed concern about the surprise move as it comes at a time when major reforms of the taxi industry are underway.