The Minister for Transport is considering hiring private companies to operate speed cameras around the State.
A spokeswoman from the Department told ireland.comthat "initial discussions" had taken place between Mr Brennan and the Minister for Justice Mr McDowell. She said Mr Brennan was "anxious to get the scheme up and running as soon as possible.
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The two Ministers are expected to meet next week to discuss the plan.
Speaking on RTÉ's Morning IrelandMr Brennan said he believed putting contract organisations, hired by the State, in charge of speed cameras "will make a huge difference".
"The success of this will come down to enforcement by the gardai," he added.
"I believe we will make a real success of that…. just look at what the clampers have done in Dublin".
Mr Brennan also confirmed reports that Hibernian Insurance would offer a 10 per cent reduction in the premiums paid by drivers who have no penalty points. Mr Brennan described the pledge as an "act of faith" and called for other insurance companies to make a similar commitment.
Mr Brennan pointed out that from the June 1st five penalty points will be imposed for not having a car insured. From July 1st two penalty points will be imposed for not wearing a seat belt.