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Topical Issues: Tourism Promotion (28 May 2015)

Paschal Donohoe: I have had an opportunity to spend some time in the Deputy's county. Counties Donegal and Kerry are the two counties where one can take either fork in a road and still be on the Wild Atlantic Way. That reflects the length and comprehensive nature of the route, as well as the great work that local authorities have done to take advantage of this initiative to rejuvenate local tourism. The...

Topical Issues: Road Projects Status (28 May 2015)

Paschal Donohoe: I thank the Deputy for raising this issue with me once again. He acknowledged the work that Deputy Michael Creed has done on this project. I am not being flippant when I say every time I see Deputy Brendan Griffin or Deputy Michael Creed I think of the Ballyvourney to Macroom project. Both Deputies are constantly raising the project with me. The fact that the road is not being progressed...

Topical Issues: Road Projects Status (28 May 2015)

Paschal Donohoe: As I said, I absolutely acknowledge the need for the project. I also recognise the work the Deputy has put into progressing it. From the funds available to my Department, we have provided €5 million to try to ensure a way is found to keep the project active. That has led to the acquisition of land this year. I am working hard within the Government to try to secure a commitment to...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Departmental Agencies Staff Recruitment (28 May 2015)

Paschal Donohoe: In relation to the vacancies concerned, sanction was received from the Department of Public Expenditure and Reform to fill these posts and the jobs are being advertised on the website. In relation to the recruitment process, ​this is an operational matter for Fáilte Ireland and I have referred the question to Failte Ireland for reply and further...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Irish Airlines Superannuation Scheme (28 May 2015)

Paschal Donohoe: Pension schemes are closely regulated under Irish and European law and the Pensions Authority is the national statutory regulatory authority in Ireland. ​Responsibility for the management of the IASS pension fund rests with the Trustees of the Scheme and I have no function in this regard.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Road Improvement Schemes (9 Jun 2015)

Paschal Donohoe: ​As Minister for Transport, Tourism & Sport, I have responsibility for overall policy and funding in relation to the national roads programme.  The planning, design and implementation of individual road projects is a matter for the National Roads Authority (NRA) under the Roads Acts 1993 to 2007 in conjunction with the local authorities concerned. Within its capital...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Motor Insurance Coverage (9 Jun 2015)

Paschal Donohoe: While I am of course concerned with the recent trend towards increasing motor insurance costs, motor insurance is provided by private companies in an open and competitive market. Pricing is a matter for the industry and I have no role in the regulation of insurers. I am however confident that the continued implementation of the actions set out in the Road Safety Strategy 2013-2020...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Road Network (9 Jun 2015)

Paschal Donohoe: ​As Minister for Transport, I have responsibility for overall policy and funding in relation to the national roads programme. The construction, improvement and maintenance of individual national roads, including service areas, is a matter for the National Roads Authority under the Roads Acts 1993 to 2007 in conjunction with the local authorities concerned. In particular, Section 54 of...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Local Improvement Scheme Funding (9 Jun 2015)

Paschal Donohoe: The purpose of the Local Improvement Scheme is to provide funding for roads and laneways that Councils have not taken in charge; that is, private roads and laneways.  However, the maintenance and improvement of these is, in the first instance, a matter for the relevant landowner. At present, local authorities may use up to 15% of their initial Discretionary Grant towards local...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Community Involvement Scheme (9 Jun 2015)

Paschal Donohoe: ​The Community Involvement Scheme (CIS) was a pilot scheme which was completed in 2014.  It was decided that there would be no separate allocation under this grant category in 2015. Instead the scheme has reverted back to allowing local authorities to set aside 7.5% of their Restoration Improvement (RI) and Restoration Maintenance (RM) grants for CIS schemes if they so wish. ...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Harbours and Piers (9 Jun 2015)

Paschal Donohoe: ​As the Deputy is aware, National Ports Policy states that Dún Laoghaire Harbour Company, as with the four other Ports of Regional Significance, will transfer to local authority led governance structures. I expect to seek Government approval of the text of the new Harbours Bill very shortly. The new Bill will provide the legal basis for a later Ministerial order...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Cycling Facilities Provision (9 Jun 2015)

Paschal Donohoe: The West Clare Greenway project has four Phases: Phase 1 Ennis to Ballymaquiggin townland  (4.5km approx); Phase 2 Ballymaquiggin townland to Corofin (15km approx); Phase 3 Corofin to Ennistymon (18km approx); and Phase 4 Ennistymon to Lahinch  (4km approx) The Part 8 process for Phase 1 has been completed and approval granted, detailed design undertaken and a tender advertised...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Semi-State Bodies (9 Jun 2015)

Paschal Donohoe: My Department has been in touch with Irish Rail about this matter. The company has indicated that they are reviewing their records in preparing the reply to the Deputy and expect to respond further within the next fortnight.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Tourism Promotion (9 Jun 2015)

Paschal Donohoe: ​I have no direct role in this matter. These are decisions for Tourism Ireland Limited as the body responsible for promoting the island of Ireland as a visitor destination overseas and are not subject to my approval. I have referred the Deputy's Questions to Tourism Ireland for direct reply. Please advise my private office if you do not receive a reply within ten working days.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Seirbhísi trí Ghaeilge (9 Jun 2015)

Paschal Donohoe: Tá sonraí a bhaineann le seirbhísí atá ar fail trí Ghaeilge ón Roinn seo mar pháirt den Scéim Ghaeilge na Ranna seo.  Tá an Scéim faoi athbhreithniú faoi láthair agus táimid ag súil leis go mbeidh an próiseas seo churtha i gcrích go luath. Nuair atá an t-athbhreithniú seo críochnaithe,...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Public Transport (9 Jun 2015)

Paschal Donohoe: ​The matter raised is the direct responsibility of Iarnród Éireann under the provisions of Railway legislation 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: Polasaí don Ghaeilge (9 Jun 2015)

Paschal Donohoe: ​Níl aon riachtanas ar Aer Lingus Gaeilge a úsáid faoi láthair, mar sin níl díolachán scairsheilbh na stáit ábhartha. Tá sé curtha in iúl ag IAG nach mbeidh aon athrú ar branda agus aitheantas Aer Lingus agus fanfaidh sé ina aerlíne Éireannach. Ar an bonn sin, ní fheicim aon fáth go mbeadh...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Bus Éireann Services (9 Jun 2015)

Paschal Donohoe: While the Road Safety Authority and the Garda have responsibilities in relation to the enforcement of compliance, it is the vehicle owners and operators themselves, including Bus Éireann and their sub contractors, who are responsible for ensuring that their vehicles are compliant with the law. This includes obligations regarding the inspection and maintenance of commercial...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Bus Éireann Services (9 Jun 2015)

Paschal Donohoe: The proposed tendering of a portion of PSO bus routes currently operated by Dublin Bus and Bus Eireann is a matter for the National Transport Authority (NTA), who also have to liaise with the Department of Social Protection on issues related to the administration of the Free Travel Scheme. I have forwarded the Deputy's question to the NTA for...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Road Improvement Schemes (9 Jun 2015)

Paschal Donohoe: ​As Minister for Transport, Tourism & Sport, I have responsibility for overall policy and funding in relation to the national roads programme.  The planning, design and implementation of individual road projects is a matter for the National Roads Authority (NRA) under the Roads Acts 1993 to 2007 in conjunction with the local authorities concerned. Within its capital...