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Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test (28 Jul 2020)

Eamon Ryan: The Deputy will appreciate that this is essentially an operational matter for the Road Safety Authority (RSA). In line with the Government's plans for resumption of services, driving tests for cars, minibuses and vans resumed on 16 July.  Tests in other categories had already resumed.  The suspension of the service during the pandemic inevitably led to backlogs. ...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Covid-19 Pandemic Supports (28 Jul 2020)

Eamon Ryan: I propose to take Questions Nos. 141 and 147 together. My Department has been engaging directly with the Coach Tourism & Transport Council of Ireland on a regular basis in relation to the impact of Covid-19. Minister Martin and I are acutely aware of how badly impacted the coach tourism sector has been by the crisis. These businesses are a vital part of Irish tourism and we...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Greenways Provision (28 Jul 2020)

Eamon Ryan: In 2019 funding was allocated to Kildare County Council for the section from Hazelhatch to Sallins and to Offaly County Council for the section from Daingean to Lough Boora. The section of Greenway referred to by the Deputy will be considered for funding when the next round of construction funding is made available.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Road Projects (28 Jul 2020)

Eamon Ryan: I propose to take Questions Nos. 143 to 145, inclusive, together. As Minister for Climate, Energy, Communications and Transport, Tourism and Sport, I have responsibility for overall policy and securing exchequer funding in relation to the National Roads Programme.  Under the Roads Acts 1993-2015 and in line with the National Development Plan (NDP), the planning, design and...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Road Projects (28 Jul 2020)

Eamon Ryan: As the Deputy is aware, the improvement and maintenance of regional and local roads (RLR) is the statutory responsibility of each local authority, in accordance with the provisions of Section 13 of the Roads Act 1993. Works on those roads are funded from Council's own resources supplemented by State road grants.  Before the post 2008 financial crisis, local authorities could apply...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test (28 Jul 2020)

Eamon Ryan: The Deputy will appreciate that this is essentially an operational matter for the Road Safety Authority (RSA). In line with the Government's plans for resumption of services, the driver theory testing service resumed from 8 June.  The suspension of the service during the pandemic inevitably led to backlogs.  At the same time, the need for compliance with health protocols...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test (28 Jul 2020)

Eamon Ryan: The Road Safety Authority is responsible for the operation of the Driver Theory Test.  I have forwarded this query to the RSA for direct reply, and I would ask that the Deputy contact my office directly if a response has not been received within 10 days.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test (28 Jul 2020)

Eamon Ryan: The Deputy will appreciate that this is essentially an operational matter for the Road Safety Authority (RSA).  In line with the Government's plans for resumption of services, driving tests for cars, minibuses and vans resumed on 16 July.  Tests in other categories had already resumed.  The suspension of the service during the pandemic inevitably led to...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Licences (28 Jul 2020)

Eamon Ryan: It is possible to drive in Ireland on a foreign licence for up to 12 months under the Geneva Convention, but this only applies to visitors. A person resident in Ireland must have an Irish or EU learner permit, or, a driving licence to drive here. Ireland cannot extend the validity of a driving licence issued by another licensing authority, nor can we unilaterally alter the provisions of...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Greenways Provision (28 Jul 2020)

Eamon Ryan: My Department is not funding this route and therefore I have no role with regard to the Deputy's question.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Rail Network (28 Jul 2020)

Eamon Ryan: The matter as described by the Deputy would appear to be a matter for the relevant planning authorities and not one in which I as Minister have any statutory function.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Taxi Licences (28 Jul 2020)

Eamon Ryan: The regulation of the small public service vehicle (SPSV) industry, including regulatory measures in response to the present COVID-19 pandemic, is a matter for the National Transport Authority (NTA) under the provisions of the Taxi Regulation Act 2013.  I am aware that the NTA has made arrangements with the National Car Testing Service (NCTS) to put a priority system...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Taxi Licences (28 Jul 2020)

Eamon Ryan: I propose to take Questions Nos. 155 and 159 together. I recognise that from the onset of the COVID-19 Emergency and the introduction of restrictions as part of the necessary public health response, passenger demand for taxis and other small public service vehicle (SPSV) services fell considerably and many operators stopped working. In recognition of the challenges facing businesses,...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Dublin Airport Authority (28 Jul 2020)

Eamon Ryan: The issue raise is an operational matter for daa which has statutory responsibility for the management and operation of Dublin Airport. I have therefore forwarded your question to the company for direct reply. If the Deputy does not receive a reply within ten working days, please advise my Private Office.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test (28 Jul 2020)

Eamon Ryan: On Monday 29 June, driving tests resumed on a gradual basis for trucks, buses and motorcycles. Driving tests for cars, vans, and minibuses resumed from 16 July with essential workers and those who had appointments cancelled due to Covid 19 being prioritised, in the first instance. This approach for prioritising customers will be kept under review as the RSA moves through the service...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Licences (28 Jul 2020)

Eamon Ryan: A person must be resident in the State to apply for/renew an Irish driving licence. An Irish driving licence can be renewed up to 10 years after the expiry of the licence. Therefore, a person living abroad will be able to renew their licence if they return to live in Ireland within that period.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: EU Directives (28 Jul 2020)

Eamon Ryan: Flight only bookings made through travel agents are not covered by the EU Travel Directive 2302, but they are covered by EU Regulation 261 and they are protected against travel agency insolvency under Irish law, the Transport (Tour Operators and Travel Agents) Act 1982.  Under EU Regulation 261, if an airline cancels a flight then a full cash refund must be made to people...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Covid-19 Pandemic (28 Jul 2020)

Eamon Ryan: Given the size of most taxis and other small public service vehicles (SPSVs), public health advice indicates that people travelling in such vehicles should wear face coverings.  Guidance on the safe use of face coverings is available on the gov.ie website.  Under existing regulatory provisions for the SPSV sector, drivers already have the right to refuse carriage...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test (28 Jul 2020)

Eamon Ryan: The operation of the Driver Theory Testing Service is the statutory responsibility of the Road Safety Authority (RSA). As you can appreciate Covid 19 has had a profound effect on the delivery of services. The Driver Theory Test service has seen its capacity reduced by 50% to comply with occupational and public health requirements The RSA is currently engaging with...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Cycle to Work Scheme (28 Jul 2020)

Eamon Ryan: I am very much committed to encouraging a greater uptake in the numbers walking and cycling.  The new Programme for Government – Our Shared Future sets out an ambitious and wide-ranging set of commitments in relation to walking and cycling, supported by an increased multi-annual budgetary allocation amounting to some €1.8 billion over the lifetime of the...