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Seanad: Nithe i dtosach suíonna - Commencement Matters: Hospital Services (13 Jun 2023)

Jack Chambers: I appreciate Senator Lombard raising this important issue. This Government is fully committed to investing in Ireland's healthcare infrastructure and services in line with the ambition and direction mapped out by Sláintecare. We are pleased to confirm that the construction works are progressing on the endoscopy unit at Bantry General Hospital and there is a planned date for its...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: National Car Test (13 Jun 2023)

Jack Chambers: The operation of the National Car Testing Service is the statutory responsibility of the Road Safety Authority. I have therefore referred the Deputy's query to the Authority for direct reply. I would ask the Deputy to contact my office if a response has not been received within ten days.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: National Car Test (13 Jun 2023)

Jack Chambers: The operation of the National Car Testing Service is the statutory responsibility of the Road Safety Authority. I have therefore referred the Deputy's query to the Authority for direct reply. I would ask the Deputy to contact my office if a response has not been received within ten days.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Departmental Contracts (13 Jun 2023)

Jack Chambers: I propose to take Questions Nos. 282 and 283 together. The Government recently announced that it has accepted a recommendation to offer the next Irish Coast Guard (IRCG) search & rescue aviation (SAR) contract to Bristow Ireland Limited. The contract will provide for the day and night-time operation of four helicopter bases in Sligo, Shannon, Waterford and Dublin. In addition to the...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Departmental Contracts (13 Jun 2023)

Jack Chambers: The Government recently announced that it has accepted a recommendation to offer the next Irish Coast Guard (IRCG) search & rescue aviation (SAR) contract to Bristow Ireland Limited. The contract will provide for the day and night-time operation of four helicopter bases in Sligo, Shannon, Waterford and Dublin. In addition to the helicopter service, the new Coast Guard aviation...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Road Safety (13 Jun 2023)

Jack Chambers: The Road Safety Authority has responsibility for the promotion of road safety awareness, safety campaigns, and the dissemination of road safety information. I have therefore referred this Question to the Authority for direct reply. I would ask the Deputy to contact my office if a response has not been received within ten days.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Departmental Contracts (13 Jun 2023)

Jack Chambers: The Government recently announced that it has accepted a recommendation to offer the next Irish Coast Guard (IRCG) search & rescue aviation (SAR) contract to Bristow Ireland Limited. The contract will provide for the day and night-time operation of four helicopter bases in Sligo, Shannon, Waterford and Dublin. In addition to the helicopter service, the new Coast Guard aviation...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Disability Services (13 Jun 2023)

Jack Chambers: Eligibility for the Disabled Parking Permit is defined in the current Road Traffic (Traffic and Parking) Regulations as applying only to those with a permanent condition or disability that severely restricts their ability to walk. As part of the application process, the applicant's doctor is required to fill out a form outlining the exact nature of the applicant's mobility impairment and the...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Departmental Correspondence (13 Jun 2023)

Jack Chambers: I understand one of my officials in the Department has engaged with the individual concerned, and the matter has been addressed to their satisfaction.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Road Safety Authority (13 Jun 2023)

Jack Chambers: The operation of the national driving test service is the statutory responsibility of the Road Safety Authority. This includes the regulation of Approved Driving Instructors. I have therefore referred the question to the Authority for direct reply. I would ask the Deputy to contact my office if a response has not been received within ten days.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Taxi Licences (13 Jun 2023)

Jack Chambers: As the Deputy will be aware, daa has the statutory responsibility to operate, manage and develop Dublin Airport including the issuing of taxi permits. Accordingly, as the issue raised by the Deputy is an operational one, I have forwarded your request to daa for a direct response. If a response is not received within 10 days, please contact my private office.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Haulage Industry (1 Jun 2023)

Jack Chambers: The UK HGV road user levy was introduced in 2014, affecting all UK roads including in Northern Ireland. Prior to its introduction, the Irish Government engaged with UK authorities seeking to exempt Northern Ireland from the charge because of the potential impact on cross-border trade. The UK authorities ultimately decided to maintain the levy, with only very minor exemptions for Northern...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: National Car Test (1 Jun 2023)

Jack Chambers: Under European Directive 2014/45/EU on periodic roadworthiness testing, Ireland, like all Member States, must comply with the minimum specified intervals for carrying out such inspections. This is given effect in Irish law by the Road Traffic (National Car Test) Regulations 2017 (SI 415/2017), as amended. Regulation 3(2) of the 2017 Regulations provides that the initial test due date for...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Road Traffic Offences (31 May 2023)

Jack Chambers: The table below shows the number of penalty point notices issued for driving without insurance for the years 2018 to 2022 and to 30 April 2023 (most recent data available for 2023). The number of penalty points applied for each such offence is 5. Year Number of Penalty Point Endorsement Notices issued 2018 4,498 ...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test (31 May 2023)

Jack Chambers: The Road Safety Authority (RSA) has statutory responsibility for all aspects of the National Driving Test service. This includes test applications and scheduling matters. Neither I nor my Department have the power to intervene in individual cases. The RSA operates a fair and transparent appointment scheduling process, and consequently I understand that those who are eligible and have been...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: National Car Test (31 May 2023)

Jack Chambers: Under European Directive 2014/45/EU on periodic roadworthiness testing, Ireland, like all Member States, must comply with the minimum specified intervals for carrying out such inspections. This is given effect in Irish law by the Road Traffic (National Car Test) Regulations 2017 (SI 415/2017), as amended. Regulation 3(2) of the 2017 Regulations provides that the initial test due date for...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Licences (30 May 2023)

Jack Chambers: This is a matter for the Road Safety Authority (RSA). The National Driver Licence Service (NDLS) is provided by the RSA, by delegation under national legislation. My department does not have access to individual applications. Because of data protection rules regarding the sharing of personal data, the person concerned will need to contact the RSA directly on this matter. A complaint may be...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Licences (30 May 2023)

Jack Chambers: All enquires relating to driver licensing are handled by the National Driver Licence Service (NDLS), the provision of which I have delegated to the Road Safety Authority under the relevant legislation. My department does not have access to individual applications. Individuals should contact the NDLS in the first instance for queries in relation to applications.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Road Safety (30 May 2023)

Jack Chambers: The Road Safety Authority (RSA) has a team of educators going into schools and the community delivering road safety education programmes, which tackle all elements of road safety, including addressing safe cycling with school children. Areas covered include correct helmet wearing, wearing high vis, appropriate use of lights and bell, the roadworthiness of bicycles, as well as signalling and...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Parking Provision (30 May 2023)

Jack Chambers: Electric vehicle charging bays on public roads and car parks are specifically reserved for recharging electric vehicle batteries. It is an offence to park or stop in these bays for any other purpose and a driver who chooses to park a petrol, diesel, or fully-charged electric vehicle in such a bay is liable for a fixed charge of €80, rising to €120 if not paid within 28 days.