Results 541-560 of 20,758 for speaker:Alan Kelly

Public Transport (3 Jul 2012)

Alan Kelly: I thank the Deputy for his comments. Irish Rail engaged in very detailed negotiations with unions and I am pleased the ballot was passed and the negotiations concluded in a satisfactory way. There are ongoing negotiations with the representatives of staff in Bus Éireann and Dublin Bus which preclude me from commenting in detail on the outcome. I am enthusiastic about the co-operation...

Written Answers — Public Bike Schemes: Public Bike Schemes (3 Jul 2012)

Alan Kelly: I am committed to exploring a range of mechanisms to seek to secure public bikes schemes in other cities in the state, building on the success of the Dublin Bikes scheme. While schemes in other cities are technically feasible, their commercial viability would require a collaborative approach with the private sector. Funding provision to meet the capital investment costs of the roll-out of...

Written Answers — Rail Services: Rail Services (3 Jul 2012)

Alan Kelly: The question relates to railway safety. Matters relating to upgrading works at individual level crossings on the rail network are operational day to day matters for Iarnród Éireann. My Department is fully aware of the importance of railway safety and continues to provide substantial Exchequer investment in railway safety despite the significant financial challenges. The overall...

Coast Guard Stations (10 Jul 2012)

Alan Kelly: I thank both Deputies for their question. I will take this matter on behalf of the Minister, Deputy Varadkar. As part of the Croke Park agreement, the Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport engaged a specialist international maritime transport management consultancy, Fisher Associates, to undertake value for money reviews of services provided by the Irish Coast Guard and the Marine...

Coast Guard Stations (10 Jul 2012)

Alan Kelly: I thank the Deputies for their comments. Although they did not mention them, I take it that they accept the many other recommendations made in the report with regard to training and upgrading of volunteers, which are necessary. I take it they also accept the recommendations regarding risk reviews and the need for a programme of work in the area of pollution control and measures to be taken...

Written Answers — Public Transport: Public Transport (10 Jul 2012)

Alan Kelly: Matters relating to the consideration of PSO contracts, discussions with bus operators regarding government support and the development of local public transport network strategies fall within the remit of the National Transport Authority (NTA). I have therefore referred these elements of the Deputy's question to the NTA for their direct reply. Please advise my office if you have not received...

Written Answers — Rural Transport: Rural Transport (10 Jul 2012)

Alan Kelly: I established the National Integrated Rural Transport Committee (NIRTC) earlier this year to oversee and manage a partnership approach to implementing integrated local and rural transport. The Committee which is chaired by the National Transport Authority, is drawn from organisations representing key stakeholders in the local and rural transport integration process including rural transport...

Written Answers — Cycle Facilities: Cycle Facilities (11 Jul 2012)

Alan Kelly: Meath Co. Co. submitted a proposal under the National Cycle Network Funding Scheme for delivery of a 3km cycle route from Drogheda Ramparts to the entrance of Oldbridge. This was identified as Phase 1 of a potential route linking Drogheda, Slane, Navan and Trim. Funding for the Drogheda Ramparts to Oldbridge route was announced on 7th June. The route will be delivered by Meath Co. Co., and...

Written Answers — Taxi Regulations: Taxi Regulations (11 Jul 2012)

Alan Kelly: The regulation of the taxi industry, including issues pertaining to vehicle age limit, is a matter for the National Transport Authority (NTA). I have arranged for your question to be forwarded to the NTA for a direct response. If you do not receive a response within ten working days, please notify my private office. Last year the NTA carried out a public consultation concerning vehicle...

Written Answers — Cycle Facilities: Cycle Facilities (12 Jul 2012)

Alan Kelly: Meath Co. Co. submitted a proposal under the National Cycle Network Funding Scheme for delivery of a 3 km cycle route from Drogheda Ramparts to the entrance of Oldbridge. This was identified as Phase 1 of a potential route linking Drogheda, Slane, Navan and Trim. Funding for the Drogheda Ramparts to Oldbridge route was announced on 7th June. The route will be delivered by Meath Co. Co.,...

Written Answers — Public Transport: Public Transport (17 Jul 2012)

Alan Kelly: Responsibility to develop, procure, implement, operate and maintain the integrated ticketing system (ITS) in the Greater Dublin Area (GDA) became the function of the National Transport Authority (NTA) with effect from 30th September 2010 in accordance with section 58 of the Dublin Transport Authority (DTA) Act 2008. The timeframe for the introduction of the Student Leap card is an...

Written Answers — Taxi Regulations: Taxi Regulations (17 Jul 2012)

Alan Kelly: Extensive work has been undertaken by the Office of the Attorney General in relation to the Taxi Regulation Bill 2012 and it is envisaged that the Bill will be published in the early Autumn.

Written Answers — Taxi Regulations: Taxi Regulations (18 Jul 2012)

Alan Kelly: As part of the transfer of responsibility for licensing SPSV drivers from An Garda Síochána to the NTA, the Taxi Regulation Review Report includes Action 6 as a medium term action. Action 6 states that an annual declaration process will be introduced whereby SPSV licence holders will have to complete an annual declaration form confirming their tax status, social welfare benefits status,...

Written Answers — Taxi Regulations: Taxi Regulations (18 Jul 2012)

Alan Kelly: I propose to take Questions Nos. 382 to 385, inclsuive, together. The National Transport Authority (NTA) has responsibility for the regulation of the taxi industry and is also the lead agency with responsibility for implementation of the recommendations of the Taxi Regulation Review Report. The Review Report makes no recommendations on limiting the ownership of a taxi licence as mentioned....

Written Answers — Taxi Regulations: Taxi Regulations (18 Jul 2012)

Alan Kelly: I propose to take Questions Nos. 387 to 389, inclusive, together. As part of the Taxi Regulation Review in 2011, the independent consultants, Indecon, were engaged to carry out an economic analysis of the taxi market. The Indecon analysis indicated that a problem of over-supply caused by fall in demand in the previous 3-4 years was not being matched by a corresponding level of market exit....

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Dublin Bus Services (18 Sep 2012)

Alan Kelly: Matters relating to the Real Time Passenger Information Project are in the first instance the responsibility of the National Transport Authority (NTA). I have referred the Deputy's letter to the NTA 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: Taxi Regulations (18 Sep 2012)

Alan Kelly: I propose to take Questions Nos. 1879, 1880 and 1882 together. The National Transport Authority (NTA) has responsibility for the regulation of the taxi industry under the Taxi Regulation Act, 2003, including the administration of the Driver Identification Card and Smart Card, subject to a person obtaining an SPSV driver licence from An Garda Síochána.  I have...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Cycling Facilities (18 Sep 2012)

Alan Kelly: The development of interurban cycle routes is being progressed through the National Cycle Network funding scheme. This scheme was launched in March 2012 with Local Authorities being invited to submit up to two project proposals for cycle route delivery in line with detailed assessment criteria. The exact routes submitted were entirely a matter for each Local Authority...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Dublin Bus Services (19 Sep 2012)

Alan Kelly: Matters relating to the Real Time Passenger Information Project fall within the remit of the National Transport Authority (NTA) which following its establishment on 1st December 2009 became responsible for the implementation of transport infrastructure projects in the Greater Dublin Area. I have therefore referred the Deputy's question to the NTA for direct...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Dublin Bus Services (19 Sep 2012)

Alan Kelly: Matters relating to the Real Time Passenger Information Project fall within the remit of the National Transport Authority (NTA) which following its establishment on 1st December 2009 became responsible for the implementation of transport infrastructure projects in the Greater Dublin Area. I have therefore referred the Deputy's question to the NTA for direct...