Council rejects jarveys’ call for safety inspections

A CALL for an annual inspection of horse-drawn carriages and harness used by Killarney jarveys has been rejected by the local town council.

Council rejects jarveys’ call for safety inspections

In a submission to the council on new jarvey bylaws, Killarney Jarveys Association chairman Pat O’Sullivan suggested a coach-builder, or jarvey inspector, carry out inspections for safety reasons.

But, when the issue came before a Killarney Town Council meeting, town clerk Michael O’Leary said the council had been legally advised previously about implications in relation to liability and insurance.

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