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Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Irish Language (15 Apr 2015)

Paschal Donohoe: My Department is in the process of introducing a new Irish Language Scheme under the Official Languages Act 2003.  The draft scheme when published will set out the measures being taken to promote the use of the Irish language in my Department. I expect that this scheme will be published in the coming weeks.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Roadworthiness Testing (15 Apr 2015)

Paschal Donohoe: The review by the Road Safety Authority (RSA) of the arrangements in relation to the roadworthiness testing of vintage vehicles will be examined by my officials for submission of recommendations to me which I will consider in due course. Both the National Car Test and the Commercial Vehicle Roadworthiness Test are important preventative measures that...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: National Roads Authority Projects (15 Apr 2015)

Paschal Donohoe: ​As indicated to the Deputy recently any decision on whether or not to install a roundabout on a road is a matter for the relevant road authority. In the case of national roads decisions are made in conjunction with the National Roads Authority (NRA). Arrangements in relation to the maintenance of roundabouts is also a matter for the relevant road authority. The sponsoring of...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Services for People with Disabilities (15 Apr 2015)

Paschal Donohoe: ​The exemption provided in Statutory Instrument No. 549 of 2014, the European Union (Rail Passengers' Rights and Obligations (Domestic Rail Passenger Services) (Renewal of Exemption) Regulations 2014, relates to the application of EU law under Regulation (EC) No. 1371/2007 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 23 October 2007 on rail passengers' rights and obligations. This...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Sports Capital Programme Eligibility (15 Apr 2015)

Paschal Donohoe: I have noted the Deputy's support for this club. All eligible applications under the new round of the Sports Capital Programme will receive thorough consideration and allocations will be announced later in the year.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Roadworthiness Testing (15 Apr 2015)

Paschal Donohoe: The review by the Road Safety Authority (RSA) of the arrangements in relation to the roadworthiness testing of vintage vehicles will be examined by my officials for submission of recommendations to me which I will consider in due course. Both the National Car Test and the Commercial Vehicle Roadworthiness Test are important preventative measures that...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Public Transport Provision (15 Apr 2015)

Paschal Donohoe: The National Transport Authority (NTA) has statutory responsibility for developing public transport infrastructure in the Greater Dublin Area (GDA) including Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) projects. The NTA’s report “Bus Rapid Transit – Core Dublin Network” published in October 2012 identified that while BRT does not have sufficient capacity to serve the...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Road Safety (15 Apr 2015)

Paschal Donohoe: Under existing road traffic legislation, sulkies are required to obey road traffic law as are all other vehicles used on our roads, whether mechanically propelled, animal drawn or pedal driven. An Garda Síochána has not indicated any deficiency in its current powers with regard to enforcement of road traffic legislation in dealing with animal drawn vehicles, except in one...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driving Test Regulations (15 Apr 2015)

Paschal Donohoe: ​The operation of the driver theory test is a matter for the Road Safety Authority, and I cannot comment on individual cases. I have therefore referred the question to the authority for direct reply. I would ask the Deputy to contact my office if a response has not been received within ten days.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Sports Capital Programme Applications (15 Apr 2015)

Paschal Donohoe: Funds can be drawn down as soon as grantees have complied with the terms and conditions of the SCP. My officials are available to help grantees with any enquiries.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Road Safety Strategy (15 Apr 2015)

Paschal Donohoe: Strategies for improving road safety are set out in the Road Safety Strategy 2013—2020, which contains 144 Actions to be implemented by various agencies involved in improving safety on our road network nationally. This document is available to download from the Road Safety Authorities website at .The RSA is not responsible for specific sections of roadway. The improvement...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Roads Maintenance (15 Apr 2015)

Paschal Donohoe: 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 local authorities own resources supplemented by State road grants. The initial selection and prioritisation of works to be funded is also a matter for the local...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Marine Accidents (15 Apr 2015)

Paschal Donohoe: I propose to take Questions Nos. 878 and 886 together. It is the long standing policy of the Department not to make public the files or records that relate to past investigations in the maritime area in respect of loss of life or vessels. However, since 2002, when the Marine Casualty Investigation Board (MCIB) was established under statute, it is the practice to publish the reports of the...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Rail Network (15 Apr 2015)

Paschal Donohoe: ​The issue raised is a matter for Iarnród Éireann and I have forwarded the Deputy's question to the company 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: Sports Funding (15 Apr 2015)

Paschal Donohoe: I understand that the club in question has already been informed as to why their 2014 application was invalid. If they need any further clarification, the designated club contact should telephone or email the relevant official in the Sports Capital Programmes Division in my Department who will be happy to assist in any way possible.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Road Safety (15 Apr 2015)

Paschal Donohoe: ​It is the legal responsibility of the owner and driver of a vehicle to ensure that, when used in a public place, their vehicle meets with the Road Traffic Regulations with respect to tyres.  These regulations require that each tyre has a tread depth of at least 1.6mm and is maintained in a condition fit for purpose and free from defects. When undergoing the National Car Test or...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Road Safety (15 Apr 2015)

Paschal Donohoe: The number of deaths on Irish roads is a major concern, particularly in the context of the increase in fatalities seen in 2013 and 2014, marking the first increase in fatalities since 2005. The Road Safety Strategy 2013 to 2020 contains 144 Actions to be implemented by the various agencies involved with the objective of making Ireland among the safest countries for road safety. My...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driving Test Regulations (15 Apr 2015)

Paschal Donohoe: The operation of the driver testing service is the statutory responsibility of the Road Safety Authority.  I have therefore referred the question to the Authority for direct reply.  I would ask the Deputy to contact my office if a response has not been received within ten days.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driving Test Regulations (15 Apr 2015)

Paschal Donohoe: The operation of the National Driver Licensing Service is the statutory responsibility of the Road Safety Authority.  I have therefore referred the question to the Authority for direct reply.  I would ask the Deputy to contact my office if a response has not been received in ten days. 

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Taxi Regulations (15 Apr 2015)

Paschal Donohoe: ​The cases were heard in the High Court before Judge Peart from 29 October to 18 December 2013. Judgment was reserved and a decision is awaited​.