Poist Pholasaí
Maritime Passenger Rights
- Foilsithe: 9 Iúil 2019
- An t-eolas is déanaí: 23 Aibreán 2021
Under European law all vessels certified to carry more than 12 passengers and operated by a European Union carrier must:
- provide assistance at ports or harbours and on board ships
- carry recognised assistance dogs (subject to national regulations)
- carry mobility equipment (such as wheelchairs) free of charge
- provide information in accessible formats
It includes provisions on non-discrimination and assistance for people with disabilities and reduced mobility similar to those already in force for rail and air passengers.
In Ireland, the National Transport Authority is the body that oversees the implementation of passenger rights in relation to vessels.
Further information on the European Law is available below: