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Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Harbour Authorities (17 Jun 2015)

Paschal Donohoe: ​The objects of a State port company are clearly set out in section 11 of the Harbours Act 1996.  However, as the Deputy will note from section 11, these objects are not restricted to purely commercial shipping matters, but may include, for example: 'to promote investment in its harbour; and to engage in any business activity, either alone or in conjunction with other persons,...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Rail Services (17 Jun 2015)

Paschal Donohoe: The provision of rail services is an operational matter for larnród Éireann in conjunction with the National Transport Authority (NTA) and I have forwarded the Deputy's question to both the company and the NTA for direct reply.  Please advise my private office if you do not receive a response within ten working days. Iarnród Éireann has not applied for additional...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Aer Lingus Sale (17 Jun 2015)

Paschal Donohoe: ​I had constructive engagement with Aer Lingus executives whom I met with on a number of occasions in the course of consideration of the IAG proposed offer for Aer Lingus.The Government's decision to support IAG's offer was based on careful consideration of all the issues of concern and independent expert advice.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Road Improvement Schemes (17 Jun 2015)

Paschal Donohoe: ​As Minister for Transport, Tourism & Sport, I have responsibility for overall policy and funding in relation to the national roads programme.  The planning, design and operation of individual road projects is a matter for the National Roads Authority (NRA) under the Roads Acts 1993 to 2007 in conjunction with the local authorities concerned. I will, therefore, refer...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Road Traffic Offences (17 Jun 2015)

Paschal Donohoe: ​The National Cycle Policy Framework (NCPF), launched in 2009, outlines a comprehensive package of interventions to make cycling both easier and safer.  My Department's strategy for promoting safe cycling involves education, infrastructure, and enforcement. The Road Safety Authority promotes safe cycling in a variety of ways, particularly through the Green Schools...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Air Safety (17 Jun 2015)

Paschal Donohoe: My response to the Deputy's earlier questions on this report pointed out that it was produced under the European Social Dialogue Committee by social policy experts. Aviation safety matters are most appropriately addressed within the EU's extensive aviation safety regime. The European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) has competence for all areas of aviation safety in the EU and is best...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Road Improvement Schemes (17 Jun 2015)

Paschal Donohoe: In view of the significant safety concerns raised in relation to Cockhill Bridge I have reviewed the information submitted by Donegal County Council in respect of the bridge including the report dated 29th May 2015 which provides up to date traffic and pedestrian counts and sets out the case for an overall solution which caters for both traffic and pedestrians. On the basis of this...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Greenhouse Gas Emissions (17 Jun 2015)

Paschal Donohoe: ​Negotiations are currently underway at EU level to agree greenhouse gas (GHG) mitigation targets for the period from 2021 to 2030.  To ensure that Ireland can effectively and equitably contribute to this process, a low-carbon development strategy is being developed for the period to 2050. As part of this strategy, a National Policy Position...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Cycling Facilities Provision (17 Jun 2015)

Paschal Donohoe: ​This project is part of the Dublin to Galway Greenway. As the National Transport Authority is an agency under the aegis of my Department I have forwarded your question to them for direct response. If you have not received a response within 10 working days please contact my private office.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Cycling Facilities Provision (17 Jun 2015)

Paschal Donohoe: I propose to take Questions Nos. 254 and 255 together. Cycleways/greenways across the country are, generally speaking, delivered by Local Authorities either using their own resources; from funding awarded to local authorities under my Department's funding calls; or through a mixture of both. Opportunities can also arise for Authorities to secure funding...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Road Network (17 Jun 2015)

Paschal Donohoe: ​As Minister for Transport, Tourism & Sport, I have responsibility for overall policy and funding in relation to the national roads programme. The planning, design and implementation of individual national road projects is a matter for the National Roads Authority (NRA) under the Roads Acts 1993 to 2007 in conjunction with the local authorities concerned. Within its capital...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Road Projects (17 Jun 2015)

Paschal Donohoe: As Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport, I have responsibility for overall policy and funding regarding the national roads programme. The construction, improvement and maintenance of individual national roads is a matter for the National Roads Authority under the Roads Acts 1993 to 2007, in conjunction with the local authorities concerned. With regard to the Osberstown interchange and...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Tourism Promotion (17 Jun 2015)

Paschal Donohoe: ​The matter raised is an operational matter for the Board and management of Fáilte Ireland in the first instance, working with Tourism Ireland, which promotes the island of Ireland as a visitor destination overseas including through its network of overseas offices. I have referred the matter to Fáilte Ireland and, in relation to activities in overseas markets,...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Sports Events (17 Jun 2015)

Paschal Donohoe: ​As the Deputy will be aware, the Government and the Northern Ireland Executive announced our support last December for the preparation of a joint bid for the Rugby World Cup in 2023. The IRFU, with support of both Governments, soon after commenced work on compiling the bid. In that context, the Irish Government, the Northern Ireland Executive and the...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Public Transport Review (17 Jun 2015)

Paschal Donohoe: I propose to take Questions Nos. 261 and 262 together. The issues raised are matters for the National Transport Authority (NTA) in conjunction with the transport providers and I have forwarded the Deputy's questions to the NTA for direct reply. Please advise my private office if you do not receive a response within ten working days.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Regional Airports (17 Jun 2015)

Paschal Donohoe: With the development in recent years of the major interurban roads programme and improvements to the rail network providing domestic connectivity, regional airports are now being viewed as being important because of the level of international connectivity they bring to a region for the tourism and business sectors. That connectivity, which is primarily European...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Transport Infrastructure (17 Jun 2015)

Paschal Donohoe: The evaluation of transport infrastructure investment, including how best to fund the provision of infrastructure, is a constant process within my Department and its agencies. This work is a vital aspect of ensuring value for money is achieved. As an aid to developing capital investment plans, work on an evidence-based framework to guide key...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Tourism Industry (17 Jun 2015)

Paschal Donohoe: I propose to take Questions Nos. 265 and 266 together. CSO overseas tourism figures for 2014 show that there were over 7.6 million overseas visits to Ireland, an increase of 9% on 2013 and the fourth successive year of growth. Figures for early part of 2015 show this strong performance continuing with good growth being recorded in visit numbers and revenue from all of our main...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Sport and Recreational Development (17 Jun 2015)

Paschal Donohoe: The Irish Sports Council, which is funded by my Department, is the statutory body with responsibility for the promotion, development and co-ordination of sport, including the allocation of funding for the National Governing Bodies of Sport (NGBs) which includes the Football Association of Ireland. As this question is a matter for the Irish Sports Council, I have referred it to the...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Departmental Correspondence (17 Jun 2015)

Paschal Donohoe: A full response to the representations has been issued from my office this week.