Results 41-60 of 99 for competitive speaker:Hildegarde Naughton

Seanad: Search and Rescue Policy: Motion (2 Feb 2022)

Hildegarde Naughton: ...prejudice the outcome of the procurement process. However, details of the business case are available as part of the information documentation for the procurement. It is a requirement that all tender competitions must be competitive. The greater the level of competition, the higher the likelihood of a fit-for-purpose and affordable outcome. It makes no sense, therefore, that the...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Haulage Industry (25 Jan 2022)

Hildegarde Naughton: ...fortnightly driving times, as well as daily and weekly minimum rest periods for all drivers of road haulage and passenger transport vehicles. The aim of this set of rules is to avoid distortion of competition, improve road safety and ensure drivers' good working conditions within the European Union. Article 14(2) of the Regulation lays down that Member States may grant, in urgent cases,...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Coast Guard Service (25 Jan 2022)

Hildegarde Naughton: ...bases at Dublin, Shannon, Sligo and Waterford. The information released in the PQQ listed the IRCG’s minimum requirements. The detailed specification will be available at the next stage of the competition i.e when the Request for Tender (RFT) is released to the market by end of March 2022. The indicative date for award of contract is March 2023. Please visit our dedicated SAR...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Coast Guard Service (25 Jan 2022)

Hildegarde Naughton: ...bases at Dublin, Shannon, Sligo and Waterford. The information released in the PQQ listed the IRCG’s minimum requirements. The detailed specification will be available at the next stage of the competition, that is when the Request for Tender (RFT) is released to the market by end of March 2022. The indicative date for award of contract is March 2023. Please visit our dedicated SAR...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Site Acquisitions (25 Jan 2022)

Hildegarde Naughton: ...of Shannon Group in 2018. The process for the sale was in accordance with the provisions of the Code including those relating to Property Acquisition and Disposal of Surplus Property and included a competitive and transparent tendering process.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Aviation Industry (16 Dec 2021)

Hildegarde Naughton: ...Plan. In relation to other possible funding opportunities, the European Union's Connecting Europe Facility (CEF) supports the development of Europe's transport, energy and digital services networks. Funding is awarded on a competitive basis and information on open calls under this programme and others is available on the EU's funding and tenders portal. Likewise the EU Innovation Fund...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Public Service Obligation (16 Dec 2021)

Hildegarde Naughton: ...the Deputy that regional connectivity is of critical importance to this Government. Furthermore, National Policy on Aviation aims to enhance Ireland’s connectivity by ensuring safe, secure and competitive access responsive to the needs of business, tourism and consumers. As the Deputy is aware, a Public Service Obligation (PSO) air service operated between Kerry and Dublin...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Aviation Industry (2 Dec 2021)

Hildegarde Naughton: ...approved Schemes. The only airports that are eligible for supports are airports that deliver international connectivity.  The criteria applied are as set out in the EU Commission Decision SA59709 as follows: ec.europa.eu/competition/state_aid/cases1/202118/290271_2270 935_109_2.pdf. As outlined in the Decision the objective of Measure 1 is to compensate the damage suffered by the...

Written Answers — Department of Communications, Climate Action and Environment: Energy Policy (1 Dec 2021)

Hildegarde Naughton: ...costs for studies and up 30% of infrastructure works costs. The Department held an open information day on CEF on 21st October 2021 and is assisting, as appropriate, eligible applicants that are on the Ten-T network. It is a competitive process and a number of ports are applying in the current call for funding for studies which will effectively prepare them for lodgment of planning...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Air Services (23 Nov 2021)

Hildegarde Naughton: National policy on aviation aims to enhance Ireland’s connectivity by ensuring safe, secure and competitive access responsive to the needs of business, tourism and consumers. It recognises the important role which regional airports play in their areas and in regional development and undertakes to support these airports to make a sustainable contribution to their local economies and...

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: Coast Guard Service (4 Nov 2021)

Hildegarde Naughton: ...; there is to be better procurement documentation filing and retention; there is to be a live contracts register on finance and procurement SharePoint site; avoid appointment of contractors without competition; improve tender specification costs; improve contract management, contract planning; and carry out evaluations of procurements. These eight recommendations in the internal audit...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Public Transport (4 Nov 2021)

Hildegarde Naughton: ...bus services outside Dublin, and in regional and rural locations throughout the country. Bus Éireann also has a separate, commercially-run business, "Expressway", which operates a number of inter-regional bus routes in competition with other, private, commercial operators in the licensed bus market. From a Local Link perspective, the 176 service connects Monaghan Town with Cavan...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Air Services (4 Nov 2021)

Hildegarde Naughton: ...global pandemic and the measures to promote recovery. Work on a new National Aviation Policy will begin again towards the end of the year. The restoration of international connectivity and competitiveness is a priority for Government and in November 2020 a dedicated funding package for Irish aviation totalling €80 million was announced. As evidence of our continued commitment...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Ports Policy (4 Nov 2021)

Hildegarde Naughton: ...for transport projects under new CEF programme is now open. The call makes €4bn funding available for transport infrastructure project. Similar calls are expected in 2022 and 2023. While these are competitive processes, and typically oversubscribed, successful applicants can obtain funding of up to 50% of eligible costs for studies and up to 30% of infrastructure works costs. As...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Covid-19 Pandemic Supports (4 Nov 2021)

Hildegarde Naughton: ...during its current closure and future re-opening. Government is also currently considering the possible need and options for further targeted supports for aviation, with a view to aiding in the restoration of lost air connectivity and competitiveness. Finally, the Deputy may be aware that Cork Airport will meet the eligibility criteria for funding under the Regional Airports Programme next...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Ports Policy (2 Nov 2021)

Hildegarde Naughton: National Ports Policy provides the overarching policy framework for the governance and future development of Ireland’s state port network. The responsiveness and competitiveness of Ireland's maritime transport industry are underpinned by National Ports Policy 2013. It has helped foster competition between ports and ensure minimal barriers to entry for shipping companies seeking to...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: EU Regulations (12 Oct 2021)

Hildegarde Naughton: ...elements selected by the passenger, at all times during the booking process. If advertised prices are incorrect or misleading, this could be a breach of relevant consumer protection laws. The Competition and Consumer Protection Commission offer general advice on consumer affairs queries relating to advertised pricing.

Saincheisteanna Tráthúla - Topical Issue Debate: Official Apology (6 Oct 2021)

Hildegarde Naughton: ...any recommendations to achieve the most appropriate and effective marine casualty investigation structures for Ireland, taking into account national, EU and international obligations. Following a competitive tender process, Clinchmaritime Limited was selected to undertake the review and tasked to report back to the Minister for Transport with recommendations on how Ireland should...

Seanad: Nithe i dtosach suíonna - Commencement Matters: Aviation Industry (5 Oct 2021)

Hildegarde Naughton: ...policies have consistently recognised and supported this contribution. Our national aviation strategy over the years has sought to enhance Ireland's connectivity by ensuring safe, secure and competitive access that is responsive to the needs of business, tourism and consumers. Ministers have engaged extensively with all aviation stakeholders, including the aviation recovery task force,...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Prison Service (5 Oct 2021)

Hildegarde Naughton: ...Prison Service continually monitors the staffing requirements and vacancies that arise as a result of multiple factors, including promotions and retirements. The Prison Service holds promotional competitions and recruits on an ongoing basis to fill vacancies at all levels of the Service as they arise. The Irish Prison Service is currently recruiting for Chaplains on a nationwide...