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Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Air Accident Investigations (9 Mar 2022)

Hildegarde Naughton: The final Report by the Air Accident Investigation Unit (AAIU) into the Rescue 116 Accident at Blackrock, Co Mayo on 14 March 2017 was published on 5 November 2021. The Report contains 42 Safety Recommendations of which 14 are addressed to the Minister for Transport. A formal (and separate) response was required to each of the fourteen transmittal letters containing the Safety...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Air Accident Investigations (9 Mar 2022)

Hildegarde Naughton: My Department formally responded to the Chief Inspector of Air Accidents in respect of each safety recommendation addressed to me, in advance of the 90 day timeframe required under the relevant EU legislation. The EU legislation requires the Air Accident Investigation Unit to inform the Department within 60 days of receipt of those responses, whether or not it considers the replies...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Air Accident Investigations (9 Mar 2022)

Hildegarde Naughton: A focused review of the Irish Aviation Authority’s (IAA) role as national civil aviation regulator was completed in 2021. The independent review, carried out by Bureau Veritas, focused on areas of regulation that are outside the EU regulatory framework. The scope of the review covered the full range of activities in respect of aircraft operations, airworthiness, licensing,...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Departmental Expenditure (9 Mar 2022)

Hildegarde Naughton: The 2022 current allocation in subhead E3 Maritime administration and IRCG is €71.47 million Over €65m of the allocation is for the provision of Coast Guard Aviation Services.  Other significant expenditure relates to maintaining the marine radio infrastructure for the Rescue Coordination Centres, volunteer training, exercises, equipment maintenance and renewal, IT...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Departmental Expenditure (9 Mar 2022)

Hildegarde Naughton: The provision of an effective Maritime Search and Rescue service is critical to Ireland as an island nation with a strong maritime sector. The sector depends on the reliability and professionalism of the Irish Coast Guard and all its component parts – including its 900 volunteers and Coast Guard aviation service – to offer a service which can deploy at a moment’s notice...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Departmental Expenditure (9 Mar 2022)

Hildegarde Naughton: Funding of €23.405m (€15.39m capital and €8.015m current) is available for allocation under Subhead D3 in 2022. This Subhead makes provision for supports to regional airports under the Regional Airports Programme 2021-2025. An additional €20.66m (€2.66m capital and €18m current) is also available for allocation under this Programme in 2022, under...

Written Answers — Department of Communications, Climate Action and Environment: Post Office Network (10 Mar 2022)

Hildegarde Naughton: I propose to take Question Nos. 171 and 173 together. An Post is a commercial State body with a mandate to act commercially and it is longstanding Government policy that postal services will not be directly subsidised by the taxpayer. An Post has statutory responsibility for the State’s postal service and the post office network. Decisions relating to the network,...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Vehicle Testing (10 Mar 2022)

Hildegarde Naughton: As this query relates to an operational matter within the remit of the Road Safety Authority, I have referred the Deputy's question to the RSA for direct response. If a reply has not been received within 10 working days, the Deputy should contact my office directly. 

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Haulage Industry (10 Mar 2022)

Hildegarde Naughton: Irish driver licensing law operates within a framework of EU law, which sets out the driver licensing legislation with which all Member States must comply. The format of driving licences, categories of vehicles, and the standards to be met in driving tests to qualify for a licence, are all set at EU level. Therefore, all EU issued licences are mutually recognised in Member States. Member...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Licences (10 Mar 2022)

Hildegarde Naughton: Irish driver licensing law operates within a framework of EU law, which sets out the driver licensing legislation with which all Member States must comply. The format of driving licences, categories of vehicles, and the standards to be met in driving tests to qualify for a licence are all set at EU level. Therefore, all EU issued licences are mutually recognised in Member States. Member...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Ukrainian War (10 Mar 2022)

Hildegarde Naughton: A high-level group has been established in my Department to monitor and respond as appropriate to the crisis in Ukraine. The group is informed by close contact with other Government Departments, agencies and key transport stakeholders and seeks to ensure a coordinated response to the evolving situation.  As part of this process, contingency plans in the Department and...

Written Answers — Department of Communications, Climate Action and Environment: Postal Services (22 Mar 2022)

Hildegarde Naughton: An Post is a commercial semi-state company with a mandate to act commercially and it is longstanding Government policy that postal services will not be directly subsidised by the taxpayer. The Government remains fully committed to a sustainable An Post and post office network as a key component of the economic and social infrastructure throughout Ireland. A long-term low interest loan of...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Licences (22 Mar 2022)

Hildegarde Naughton: An applicant for a driving licence must provide evidence of normal residence. A certificate of registration such as the Garda National Immigration Bureau (GNIB) card fulfils this requirement. A person who has applied for a GNIB card may not make a driving licence application until the GNIB card is received. An Irish driving licence can be renewed up to 10 years after its date of expiry.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test (22 Mar 2022)

Hildegarde Naughton: Under legislation, the Road Safety Authority is responsible for the Driver Testing Service. The information requested is held by the RSA. I have therefore referred this 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: Driver Licences (22 Mar 2022)

Hildegarde Naughton: All enquires relating to driver licensing are handled by the National Driver Licence Service, the provision of which I have delegated to the Road Safety Authority under the relevant legislation. My Department does not have access to individual applications.  I have referred this question to the Authority for direct reply. I would ask the Deputy to contact my office if a response has not...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Licences (22 Mar 2022)

Hildegarde Naughton: Officials in my department have contacted the RSA, and they have confirmed that a response has since issued to the Deputy.  The delay was due to the collation of the extensive amount of data involved. In response to Question 10, a breakdown of how many years fully licensed drivers have held a full license, please see table below - Number of Full Licences holders current at 28th...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Dublin Airport Authority (22 Mar 2022)

Hildegarde Naughton: I can confirm to the Deputy that I am aware of the proposal by the daa to impose a drop-off charge.  The daa has statutory responsibility to operate, manage and develop Dublin Airport and this matter is an operational matter for the company. It does not require Government approval.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Licences (22 Mar 2022)

Hildegarde Naughton: It is not mandatory to have a public services card (PSC) to apply for a driving licence. Applications can be made in person at a National Driver Licence Service (NDLS) office. A PSC may be used to establish an applicant's identity, but it is not mandatory for in-person applications and an applicant may use one of several options.  A verified MyGovID account, for which a PSC is...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Airport Policy (22 Mar 2022)

Hildegarde Naughton: I would like to thank the Deputy for his question.  However, as previously advised, given that City of Derry Airport is not eligible for funding from the Irish Exchequer under the Regional Airports Programme, I do not think it appropriate for me to meet with Strabane District and Donegal County Council to discuss that issue at this time.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: National Car Test (22 Mar 2022)

Hildegarde Naughton: I propose to take Questions Nos. 181, 182, 183 and 184 together. I propose to take PQs 14233/22, 14234/22, 14235/22 and 14236/22 together. The operation of the National Car Test (NCT) service is the statutory responsibility of the Road Safety Authority and I have therefore referred these questions to the Authority for direct reply. I would ask the Deputy to contact my office if...