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Topical Issue Debate: Rural Transport Services Provision (4 Dec 2013)

Alan Kelly: I do not know how his model would work. From an integration point of view, the transport co-ordination units must work closely with the relevant local authority. I accept the Deputy's point on Ring a Link and its work with local authorities, but that approach is not evident nationwide. The services have been integrated for this reason.

Topical Issue Debate: Rural Transport Services Provision (4 Dec 2013)

Alan Kelly: We must also address community care services and the need for an on-demand and consistent hackney service in rural areas which meets requirements in areas such as insurance, about which I have concerns. A consistent structure is needed and the transport co-ordination units that are in the process of being established will develop such a structure. As the process for integrating the units is...

Topical Issue Debate: Rural Transport Services Provision (4 Dec 2013)

Alan Kelly: There are no personality clashes between us. We get along fine.

Topical Issue Debate: Rural Transport Services Provision (4 Dec 2013)

Alan Kelly: As already stated and as Deputy Mattie McGrath should know, there are never any personality clashes between us. I welcome the opportunity to deal with this matter. In line with the commitment in the programme for Government, I have been actively working with all stakeholders over the past two years to ensure a viable long-term future for the rural transport programme, RTP. My overall aim...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Taxi Licences Renewals (27 Nov 2013)

Alan Kelly: The National Transport Authority (NTA) has responsibility for the regulation of the taxi industry under the provisions of the Public Transport Regulation Act, 2009, including responsibility for SPSV vehicle licensing. I have referred the Deputy's question to the NTA for direct reply. If you do not receive a response within ten working days please notify my private office.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Taxi Regulations (26 Nov 2013)

Alan Kelly: The process to obtain a permit to operate a taxi from Dublin Airport is the responsibility of the Dublin Airport Authority (DAA). I have referred your correspondence to the DAA for direct response. Please advise my private office if you do not get a reply within ten working days. 

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Rural Transport Programme Issues (26 Nov 2013)

Alan Kelly: As Minister of State for Public and Commuter Transport I have responsibility for policy and overall funding of the Rural Transport Programme (RTP). Since the 1st April 2012 the National Transport Authority (NTA) has been assigned responsibility for managing the RTP and also has responsibility for implementing the recently announced restructuring of the Programme. I have referred the...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Taxi Regulations (21 Nov 2013)

Alan Kelly: The regulation of the small public service vehicle (SPSV) industry, including the operation of the area knowledge test and SPSV Skills Development Programme, is a matter for the National Transport Authority (NTA) under the provisions of the Public Transport Regulation Act, 2009. I have referred your Question to the NTA for direct reply. Please advise my private office if you do...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Integrated Ticketing (14 Nov 2013)

Alan Kelly: Responsibility to develop, procure, implement, operate and maintain the integrated ticketing Leap Card system in the Greater Dublin Area (GDA) became a function of the National Transport Authority (NTA) with effect from 30th September 2010. In addition, section 63 of the Dublin Transport Authority Act, 2008 extends the Authority’s remit in relation to integrated...

Seanad: Adjournment Matters: Roadworthiness Testing (12 Nov 2013)

Alan Kelly: I thank Senator Conway for raising this very important matter. I am sure the Senator is aware that commercial vehicle owners have always been obliged to test their vehicles annually. This is a legal obligation throughout the European Union. The minimum testing frequency of commercial vehicles is specified in Directive 2009/40/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council on...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Cycling Facilities Provision (12 Nov 2013)

Alan Kelly: I am fully supportive of the development of walking and cycling routes along the Canals. Certainly, recognition of the potential for stimulating local economies has led to growing support for this type of development with investment generating new business, particularly in the services sector and other complimentary services such as bike hire.  Parts of the Royal...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Taxi Regulation Review Report Implementation (12 Nov 2013)

Alan Kelly: The National Transport Authority (NTA) has responsibility for the regulation of the taxi industry, including vehicle standards, under the provisions of the Public Transport Regulation Act, 2009. The NTA is also the lead agency with responsibility for implementation of the recommendations of the Taxi Regulation Review Report 2011, including the new regulatory requirement for...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Taxi Regulation Review Report Implementation (12 Nov 2013)

Alan Kelly: Action 46 of the Taxi Regulation Review Report, published by the Government in January of last year, recommended the introduction of a “Local Area Hackney Licence”, to address transport deficits in certain rural areas. The National Transport Authority (NTA) is responsible for the regulation of the small public service vehicle industry.  They have consulted with, and...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Cycling Facilities Provision (12 Nov 2013)

Alan Kelly: The National Transport Authority (NTA) is responsible for the provision of public and sustainable transport infrastructure, including cycle paths, in the Greater Dublin Area.    The NTA provides funding to local authorities for a range of schemes to benefit cyclists, including the provision of infrastructure, under the Sustainable Transport Management Grants...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Cycling Facilities Provision (12 Nov 2013)

Alan Kelly: As I understand, Galway County Council are currently involved in the planning and preparation of the Galway to Clifden greenway with the ultimate aim of extending this route from Clifden to Leenane and eventually linking up with the cycle network as it extends from South Mayo.  In 2013, my Department allocated €25,000 to the Council under an National Cycle...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: City Bikes Scheme (7 Nov 2013)

Alan Kelly: As the Deputy will be aware, the Programme for Government contains a commitment that to "look to extend the Dublin Bikes Scheme across the wider Dublin area and to other cities and integrate the scheme much more effectively with public transport links." In that regard, I am pleased to report that, led by my colleague Minister Kelly, work is well advanced within the...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Public Transport Fares (7 Nov 2013)

Alan Kelly: I refer the Deputy to the reply to Priority Question Nos. 1 and 2 which were answered earlier. The total PSO subvention payable to the NTA for 2014 will be €209.7m, a reduction of €16.8m. from 2013.  The allocation of the 2014 subvention, including the amount payable to the three CIÉ subsidiaries, will be decided by the NTA in accordance with...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Rural Transport Programme Funding (7 Nov 2013)

Alan Kelly: I propose to take Questions Nos. 26 and 50 together. The budget allocation for the Rural Transport Programme (RTP) in 2014 is €9.446 million which includes €950k in Community Service Programme funding that is being transferred from the Department of Social Protection Vote. The 2013 RTP allocation is €9.633 million including a one-off provision of €500k for...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Integrated Ticketing (7 Nov 2013)

Alan Kelly: Responsibility to develop, procure, implement, operate and maintain the integrated ticketing Leap Card system in the Greater Dublin Area (GDA) became a function of the National Transport Authority (NTA) with effect from 30th September 2010. In addition, section 63 of the Dublin Transport Authority Act, 2008 extends the Authority’s remit in relation to integrated...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Public Transport Issues (7 Nov 2013)

Alan Kelly: The regulation of the small public service vehicle (SPSV) industry, including the operation of the area knowledge test and SPSV Skills Development Programme, is a matter for the National Transport Authority (NTA) under the provisions of the Public Transport Regulation Act, 2009. I have referred your Question to the NTA for direct reply. Please advise my private office if you do...