'Somebody will get hurt' - Dublin jarveys call for regulations (opens original article in a new tab)

Dublin horse-drawn carriage operators and animal welfare groups demand regulations to address safety risks and improve standards, citing incidents and legal challenges to existing oversight.

• Horse-drawn carriage operators in Dublin call for regulations due to safety and animal welfare concerns
• Deregulation since 2018 has led to complaints about inexperienced drivers and overcharging
• Calls for updated bylaws and inspections to prevent accidents and protect horses and tourists
• Sinn Féin plans legislation while the government plans stakeholder consultation in 2026
• Some animal rights groups advocate phasing out the practice like in Barcelona and Montreal