Document 155 - Written interpellation by M. Jurečka to I. Bednárik on the introduction of a requirement to know the Czech language.

The document contains a written interpellation from MEP Marian Jurečka to Transport Minister Ivan Bednárik regarding the planned introduction of mandatory basic knowledge of the Czech language for drivers of taxi services and transport platforms. The MEP asks about the justification for this measure, its possible extension to other professions and also asks whether the same principle would apply to members of the government. In reply, the Minister stated that language skills were necessary, particularly for road safety, communication with passengers and understanding traffic instructions. He also rejects comparisons with other services and stresses the specific responsibility of taxi drivers for safety.