Results 26,121-26,140 of 31,374 for speaker:Eamon Ryan

Written Answers — Department of Communications, Climate Action and Environment: Renewable Energy Generation (28 Jun 2023)

Eamon Ryan: As part of the Government’s Micro-generation Support Scheme (MSS), the Domestic Solar PV Scheme is operated by the Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland (SEAI) and is open to houses built prior to 2021. The scheme has been designed this way as new buildings must already comply with higher standards than older buildings. New-build houses must comply with Part L of the Building...

Written Answers — Department of Communications, Climate Action and Environment: Solar Energy Guidelines (28 Jun 2023)

Eamon Ryan: Awaiting reply from Department.

Written Answers — Department of Communications, Climate Action and Environment: Recycling Policy (28 Jun 2023)

Eamon Ryan: In November 2021, the Deposit Return Scheme Regulations (S.I. No 599 of 2021) were signed. Under these Regulations, it is the responsibility of producers to establish and operate a Deposit Return Scheme (DRS), to be funded by the following:Registration fees set by the approved body,Producer fees set by the approved body,Unredeemed deposits,Revenue derived from sale of returned containers,...

Written Answers — Department of Communications, Climate Action and Environment: Mining Industry (28 Jun 2023)

Eamon Ryan: Awaiting reply from Department.

Written Answers — Department of Communications, Climate Action and Environment: Broadband Infrastructure (28 Jun 2023)

Eamon Ryan: The premises referred to in the Question is located in the BLUE area on the NBP High-Speed Broadband Map which is available on my Department's website at www.broadband.gov.ie. BLUE areas are not included in the State intervention area covered by the National Broadband Plan as commercial operators are already providing high-speed broadband or have indicated future plans to do so. My Department...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Bus Services (28 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 and for the scheduling and timetabling of these services in...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Electric Vehicles (28 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: Fuel Oil Specifications (28 Jun 2023)

Eamon Ryan: The regulations establishing a minimum 5.5% ethanol in petrol placed upon the market by renewable transport fuel obligation account holders were made on 1 April 2023. In making the regulations consideration was given to the responses received through a statutory 28 day consultation on the draft regulations, the impact on fuel prices, and other economic and environmental impacts. The...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Work Permits (28 Jun 2023)

Eamon Ryan: My Department engaged with the Department of Enterprise, Trade and Employment (DETE) in Q4 2022 in relation to work permits for bus drivers from non-EU and non-EEA Countries and the possible inclusion of bus drivers on the critical skills list due to the current driver shortages being experienced across the system. My Department engaged with all PSO operators, including Bus Éireann, and...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Public Sector Pensions (28 Jun 2023)

Eamon Ryan: As the Deputy may be aware, the CIÉ Group is actively engaged in introducing changes to their pension schemes aimed at rectifying the significant deficit in order to meet the statutory Minimum Funding Standard (MFS) required by the Pensions Authority. The changes also aim to sustain the pension schemes into the long-term. As of end December 2022, the Balance Sheet deficit for the two...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Rail Network (28 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 statutory responsibility for the planning and development of public transport infrastructure in the Greater Dublin Area, including the DART+ Programmeand its constituent projects, which includes DART+ Coastal North. Noting the NTA's...

Energy (Windfall Gains in the Energy Sector) (Temporary Solidarity Contribution) Bill 2023: Second Stage (Resumed) (29 Jun 2023)

Eamon Ryan: I thank the Deputies for their contributions today and on Tuesday. As Deputies said throughout this debate, there is significant financial pressure on households and businesses as a result of continued high energy prices. The Government is aware of this, and as previously stated, has introduced a range of measures and supports. I am confident the legislation before the House today will...

Written Answers — Department of Communications, Climate Action and Environment: Departmental Consultations (29 Jun 2023)

Eamon Ryan: Awaiting reply from Department.

Written Answers — Department of Communications, Climate Action and Environment: Departmental Funding (29 Jun 2023)

Eamon Ryan: Awaiting reply from Department.

Written Answers — Department of Communications, Climate Action and Environment: Pension Provisions (29 Jun 2023)

Eamon Ryan: I refer to the reply to Questions Nos 105, 114, 116, 119, 125 and 146 of 27 June. The position is unchanged.

Written Answers — Department of Communications, Climate Action and Environment: Departmental Expenditure (29 Jun 2023)

Eamon Ryan: My Department's first Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Strategy and Action Plan will be launched shortly. This is a key deliverable under our corporate strategy aimed at developing our people, culture and organisation. My Department's participation in Pride month celebrations is a visible demonstration of its commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion and in celebrating our LGBTQ+...

Written Answers — Department of Communications, Climate Action and Environment: Departmental Policies (29 Jun 2023)

Eamon Ryan: The Department's policy achievements in 2020, in line with the Statement of Strategy 2019-2021 were reported on in its Annual Report 2020, which is published here - gov.ie - Annual Report 2020 (www.gov.ie) The Department's policy achievements in 2021, in line with Le Chéile 23, Statement of Strategy 2021-2023 were reported on in its Annual Report 2021, which is published here - gov.ie -...

Written Answers — Department of Communications, Climate Action and Environment: Energy Conservation (29 Jun 2023)

Eamon Ryan: Awaiting reply from Department.

Written Answers — Department of Communications, Climate Action and Environment: Departmental Expenditure (29 Jun 2023)

Eamon Ryan: Awaiting reply from Department.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Departmental Consultations (29 Jun 2023)

Eamon Ryan: Please see below the amount paid out to all consultancy firms for services rendered in 2023 and the cost per contract, where applicable. Name of Division Title of Contract Cost per Contract Total Driver and Traffic Regulation Review of the Disabled Parking Scheme €81,345 (ex. VAT) €27,115 ...