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Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Ports Policy (26 Apr 2022)

Eamon Ryan: The Programme for Government – Our Shared Future makes two commitments regarding passengers travelling by sea without a car.  These relate to increasing the numbers of cycling and foot passengers and improving access. In line with these commitments, my department reviewed the services and facilities available to accommodate foot and cycle passengers at our seaports...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Rail Network (26 Apr 2022)

Eamon Ryan: For the Deputy's information, the Infrastructure Manager Multi Annual Contract (IMMAC) provides the funding framework to Iarnród Éireann (IÉ) for the protection and renewal of our railway infrastructure.  This is the third year of the five year IMMAC programme and last December Government approved an additional €94.55m for the IMMAC which means that over...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Electric Vehicles (26 Apr 2022)

Eamon Ryan: Providing a sustainable, low-carbon transport system is a key priority of my Department. The Programme for Government commits to 7% average annual emissions reduction to 2030; ultimately, the goal is for a zero-emission mobility system by 2050. The transport sector, which accounts for about 20% of Ireland’s overall carbon emissions, must play a central role in the national...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Road Projects (26 Apr 2022)

Eamon Ryan: As Minister for Transport I have responsibility for overall policy and 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 construction of individual national roads is a matter for Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII), in conjunction with the local authorities...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Electric Vehicles (26 Apr 2022)

Eamon Ryan: The Climate Action Plan 2021 set a target of 945,000 EVs by 2030.  The Deputy will be aware that the Government is fully committed to supporting a significant expansion and modernisation of the electric vehicle charging network over the coming years, to facilitate the expansion of EVs in the Irish car fleet. A draft National Charging Infrastructure Strategy has...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Public Transport (26 Apr 2022)

Eamon Ryan: I propose to take Questions Nos. 146, 432 and 433 together. The safety and security of both public transport passengers and staff, including arrangements to deal with anti-social behaviour, are important matters that, first and foremost, must be managed by every public transport company, in conjunction with An Garda Síochána where appropriate. The National Transport Authority...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Rail Network (26 Apr 2022)

Eamon Ryan: As Minister for Transport, I have responsibility for policy and overall funding in relation to public transport; however, I am not involved in the day-to-day operations of public transport. The National Transport Authority (NTA) has statutory responsibility for securing the provision of public passenger transport services nationally and for the scheduling of those services in conjunction with...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Road Projects (26 Apr 2022)

Eamon Ryan: Proposals to deliver an upgraded East-West route linking Dundalk to Sligo, taking in Cavan, involve linking elements of the national road network and regional roads along as direct a route as possible. Essentially the route involves upgrade/realignment works on the regional routes from Dundalk to Cavan and on national routes from Cavan to Sligo.  As regards the regional road aspect...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Environmental Policy (26 Apr 2022)

Eamon Ryan: Transport activity and demand are closely linked to employment and economic activity. Anticipated demographic growth will lead to increases in these areas. As a result, transport is one of the most challenging sectors to decarbonise. Nonetheless, immediate action is necessary. In recent months, my Department has advanced a variety important policy initiatives which will make a...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Bus Services (26 Apr 2022)

Eamon Ryan: As Minister for Transport, I have responsibility for policy and overall funding in relation to public transport.  The National Transport Authority (NTA) has responsibility for the planning and development of public transport infrastructure, including bus stops and bus shelters.  Noting the NTA's responsibility in the matter, I have referred the Deputy's question to the NTA...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Transport Policy (26 Apr 2022)

Eamon Ryan: Shared mobility has a role to play in changing how we think about our daily travel and facilitating that change.  We already have successful examples here in Ireland both in terms of shared car schemes and shared bike schemes which operate across the country, mainly in the five cities. In relation to shared car schemes specifically, these are principally market-driven...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Road Projects (26 Apr 2022)

Eamon Ryan: As Minister for Transport I have responsibility for overall policy and 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 construction of individual national roads is a matter for Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII), in conjunction with the local authorities...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Rail Network (26 Apr 2022)

Eamon Ryan: As the Minister for Transport, I have responsibility for policy and overall funding in relation to public transport; however, I am not involved in the day-to-day operations of public transport.  I would like to assure the Deputy that the all-island Strategic Rail Review being undertaken in co-operation with the Department for Infrastructure in Northern Ireland will include...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Electric Vehicles (26 Apr 2022)

Eamon Ryan: I am keen to encourage greater adoption of e-bikes and e-cargo bikes. My Department is examining various options which could involve direct and/or indirect financial supports either through existing or new schemes.  

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Rail Network (26 Apr 2022)

Eamon Ryan: I propose to take Questions Nos. 159 and 454 together. As the Deputy is aware, the Strategic Rail Review, which is being undertaken in co-operation with the Department for Infrastructure (Northern Ireland), will inform the development of inter-urban / inter-regional rail on the Island of Ireland over the coming decades.  This will be one of the most significant reviews of the rail...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Public Transport (26 Apr 2022)

Eamon Ryan: I propose to take Questions Nos. 160 and 162 together. As Minister for Transport I have responsibility for policy and overall funding in relation to public transport; I am not involved in the day-to-day operations of public transport, nor decisions on fares. The National Transport Authority (NTA) has responsibility for the regulation of fares charged to passengers in respect of public...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Public Transport (26 Apr 2022)

Eamon Ryan: As Minister for Transport, I have responsibility for policy and overall funding in relation to public transport; I am not involved in the day-to-day operations of public transport, nor decisions on fares. It is the National Transport Authority (NTA) that has the statutory responsibility for the regulation of fares in relation to public passenger transport services and also has...

Written Answers — Department of Communications, Climate Action and Environment: Rental Sector (26 Apr 2022)

Eamon Ryan: In line with commitments in the National Retrofit Plan, the Government recently launched a package of significantly enhanced supports to make it easier and more affordable for homeowners, non-corporate landlords and Approved Housing Bodies to undertake home energy upgrades. Examples of key measures include: - The establishment of the new National Home Energy Upgrade Scheme,...

Written Answers — Department of Communications, Climate Action and Environment: Energy Prices (26 Apr 2022)

Eamon Ryan: Officials from my Department have met with electricity and gas suppliers, at the request of those suppliers, to discuss a number of topics relevant to the retail electricity and gas markets including pricing, consumer impact and the services offered by suppliers. However, responsibility for the regulation of the electricity sector is a matter for the Commission for Regulation of...

Written Answers — Department of Communications, Climate Action and Environment: Environmental Policy (26 Apr 2022)

Eamon Ryan: My Department has no role with regard to light pollution. I am advised that the amount of light that might emanate from a proposed development in terms of potential impacts on adjoining properties and protecting their residential amenity is considered in assessing individual planning applications on a case by case basis. Any question on possible legislation may, therefore, be more...