Interview: - Brian Hayes Criticises Motor Insurance Directive

Intro

Plans to require owners of segways, golf buggies and electric bikes to have motor insurance have been sharply criticised by Fine Gael MEP for Dublin Brian Hayes.

The Motor Insurance Directive, announced by the European Commission aims to harmonise insurance laws for vehicles and cars across the European Union.

The European Parliament and European Council have yet to approve the new proposals.

Speaking to Irish Journalist, Eamonn Torsney, Dublin Fine Gael MEP Brian Hayes says the plans are unlikely to get the backing of MEPs.

Out words: bikes especially