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Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Departmental Funding (20 Jun 2023)

Eamon Ryan: The improvement and maintenance of regional and local roads 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 Councils' own resources supplemented by State Road grants, where applicable. In the case of the four Dublin Councils, prior to the introduction of the Local Property Tax...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Electric Vehicles (20 Jun 2023)

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 operation of public transport. The issue of the number of electric vehicle charging points at each Irish Rail train station's car park nationwide is an operational matter for Iarnród Éireann and I have therefore forwarded...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Rail Network (20 Jun 2023)

Eamon Ryan: I am aware that Portlaoise and Carlow are both situated on the inter-urban rail network with rail connections between both towns currently possible through interchange, usually via Kildare town. The fact is the two towns are situated on different parts of the network with Portlaoise on the Dublin-Cork line and Carlow on the Dublin-Waterford line. I would also note that interchange is a normal...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Electric Vehicles (20 Jun 2023)

Eamon Ryan: The Government is fully committed to supporting a significant expansion and modernisation of the electric vehicle (EV) charging network over the coming years. Having an effective and reliable charging network is an essential part of enabling drivers to make the switch to electric vehicles. Home charging is the primary charging method for most Irish EV owners as it’s convenient and...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Bus Services (20 Jun 2023)

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. Therefore, in light of the NTA's responsibility in this...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Rail Network (20 Jun 2023)

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. The issue raised by the Deputy regarding the frequency with which the help and emergency push-button system on train stations' platforms are tested is an operational matter for Iarnród...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Rail Network (20 Jun 2023)

Eamon Ryan: As the Deputy may be aware, the National Transport Authority (NTA) has statutory responsibility for the planning and development of public transport infrastructure in the Greater Dublin Area, including the purchase of rolling stock for the DART+ programme and commuter rail carriages. Noting the NTA's responsibility in this matter and the specific issues raised by the Deputy, I have...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Transport Policy (20 Jun 2023)

Eamon Ryan: As Minister for Transport, I have responsibility for policy and overall funding in relation to cycling and public transport infrastructure. While I am not involved in the day-to-day operations or the management of related schemes and projects, two projects in Limerick - the Limerick City University Connectivity project, and the Moyross Train Station project - were selected to be part of a...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Road Tolls (20 Jun 2023)

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, the setting of tolls is a statutory function of Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII). As such, there is no formal consultative role for me as Minister in relation to tolls. The "maximum toll" for each tolled scheme is set...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: State Bodies (20 Jun 2023)

Eamon Ryan: There are 12 commercial bodies and 6 non-commercial bodies under the aegis of the Department of Transport, governed by the Code of Practice for the Governance of State Bodies 2016. My department has a dedicated governance division which oversees compliance with the Code, including appropriate circulars relating to agencies. All circulars are distributed to our agencies once received. I can...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Bus Services (20 Jun 2023)

Eamon Ryan: I propose to take Questions Nos. 215, 217 and 218 together. As Minister for Transport, I have responsibility for policy and overall funding in relation to public transport. In both of those areas there have been significant developments since this Government came into office, with last year's publication of a new Sustainable Mobility Policy and its five-year action plan providing strong...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Bus Services (20 Jun 2023)

Eamon Ryan: As Minister for Transport, I have responsibility for policy and overall funding in relation to public transport. In both of those areas there have been significant developments since this Government came into office, with last year's publication of a new Sustainable Mobility Policy and its five-year action plan providing strong policy support to the continued expansion and enhancement of bus...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Motor Fuels (20 Jun 2023)

Eamon Ryan: Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO) is a bioliquid, which when used in the transport sector is referred to as a biofuel. HVO bioliquid is also used as renewable energy for heating and power generators. Supporting the supply of renewable energy in transport, the Renewable Transport Fuel Policy sets out the pathway to the achievement of both Climate Action Plan targets and European obligations...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Departmental Schemes (20 Jun 2023)

Eamon Ryan: I propose to take Questions Nos. 220 and 223 together. Providing a sustainable, low-carbon transport system is a key priority of the Irish Government. 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. Decarbonisation of heavy-duty vehicles will be key to achieving this objective in the...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Departmental Schemes (20 Jun 2023)

Eamon Ryan: My colleague, the Minister for Finance has responsibility for the Accelerated Capital Allowance (ACA) Scheme for Gas Vehicles and Refuelling Equipment. I understand that the Minister for Finance will review the scheme in 2024. The scheme, which was introduced in the Finance Act 2018, provides for a 100% up-front wear and tear allowance for qualifying expenditure incurred in a given year....

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Motor Fuels (20 Jun 2023)

Eamon Ryan: CNG is natural gas that has been compressed and stored at high pressures (over 200 bar) and is typically used as a transport fuel. It is particularly suitable for use in commercial vehicles where electric solutions are not yet a viable option. The gas used can be either natural or renewable gas that meets the network specifications, providing a pathway to more sustainable transport....

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Road Tolls (20 Jun 2023)

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, the setting of tolls is a statutory function of Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII). As such, there is no formal consultative role for me as Minister in relation to tolls. The "maximum toll" for each tolled scheme is set...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Park-and-Ride Facilities (20 Jun 2023)

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 agreed responsibility for the planning and development of public transport infrastructure in our cities, which includes the provision of park and ride facilities through the Park and Ride Development Office. Noting the NTA's...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Bus Services (20 Jun 2023)

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. Further, Bus Éireann's Expressway services, including routes 51 and 64, are commercial bus services and responsibility for the operation of those services, including timetabling, is a matter for the...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Road Projects (20 Jun 2023)

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...