Exempt people-carriers from green penalty tax

I STRONGLY urge Environment Minister John Gormley to exclude family people-carriers (vehicles with six or more permanent seats) from the proposed increased motor tax rates.

People-carriers are now essential for even a moderately-sized family as each child, under law, must be properly seated and restrained in a seat that’s not in the front.

This efficient mode of transport for average/large-sized families (obviating the need for multiple car trips) is also of great benefit to the environment and our crowded roads.