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Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: National Car Test (18 Jan 2023)

Jack Chambers: I propose to take Questions Nos. 267 and 268 together. The operation of the National Car Testing Service is the statutory responsibility of the Road Safety Authority. I have therefore referred the Deputy's queries 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: National Car Test (18 Jan 2023)

Jack Chambers: I propose to take Questions Nos. 269 and 302 together. The operation of the National Car Testing Service is the statutory responsibility of the Road Safety Authority. I have therefore referred the Deputy's query 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. However, I am aware of the challenges that...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: National Car Test (18 Jan 2023)

Jack Chambers: Under the European Directive 2014/45/EU on periodic roadworthiness tests for motor vehicles and their trailers, Ireland, like all other EU Member States, is obliged to adhere to the minimum specified intervals for carrying out periodic roadworthiness inspections on motor vehicles. This is given effect in Irish law by means of the Road Traffic (National Car Test) Regulations 2017 (S.I. No....

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Equality Issues (18 Jan 2023)

Jack Chambers: The Irish Wheelchair Association (IWC) is not regulated by my Department and I have no power to regulate the charges they set for provision of services.  I understand that the IWA provides driving lessons to people with disabilities in specially adapted vehicles.  I also understand that the initial €170 charge referred to by the Deputy covers both an assessment process...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Equality Issues (18 Jan 2023)

Jack Chambers: Driving schools are independent, privately run businesses.  As such my Department has no remit in how these businesses are operated, nor can my Department determine the services offered to customers. However, to work as a driving instructor in Ireland, an instructor must be listed on the Road Safety Authority’s (RSA) Register of Approved Driving Instructors (ADI). This...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: National Car Test (18 Jan 2023)

Jack Chambers: The operation of the National Car Testing Service is the statutory responsibility of the Road Safety Authority. I have therefore referred the Deputy's query 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. However, I am aware of the challenges that the RSA and the NCTS are currently facing to meet high...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test (18 Jan 2023)

Jack Chambers: The Road Safety Authority (RSA) has statutory responsibility for the operation of the national driving test and the information requested is held by them. Therefore I have referred the relevant parts of the question to the Authority for direct reply. I would ask the Deputy to contact my office if a response is not received within 10 days. On the broader issue of driver testing...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Parking Provision (18 Jan 2023)

Jack Chambers: The Disabled Parking Permit (also known as the European Parking Card or Disabled Parking Badge) is available to people living in Ireland whose mobility is severely restricted, whether they are drivers or passengers, and also to those who are registered blind.  The intention of the scheme is that appropriately sized, conveniently located parking bays adjacent to essential services such as...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test (18 Jan 2023)

Jack Chambers: The Road Safety Authority (RSA) has statutory responsibility for the operation of the National driving test.  This includes all driving test applications and scheduling matters. Neither I nor my Department have access to individual applications nor have I any power to intervene in individual cases.  I understand the RSA operates a fair and transparent appointment scheduling process,...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Haulage Industry (18 Jan 2023)

Jack Chambers: The Ukraine crisis and matters arising from it continue to adversely affect European and Global oil markets, causing a sustained increase in the price of crude and in the price of refined products on the retail market. The Government recognises the important role the haulage sector plays in supporting the economy and is fully aware of cost pressures on haulage businesses arising from...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test (18 Jan 2023)

Jack Chambers: The Road Safety Authority (RSA) has statutory responsibility for the operation of the national driving test and deals with all application and scheduling matters. I have therefore referred the specific parts of the question related to test times and driver tester contracts to the Authority for direct reply. I would ask the Deputy to contact my office if a reply is not received within 10...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test (18 Jan 2023)

Jack Chambers: The Road Safety Authority (RSA) has statutory responsibility for the operation of the national driving test and deals with all workforce and scheduling matters. Therefore I have referred the relevant parts of the question to the Authority for direct reply. I would ask the Deputy to contact my office if a response is not received within 10 days. On the broader issue of driver testing...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: National Car Test (24 Jan 2023)

Jack Chambers: The operation of the National Car Testing Service is the statutory responsibility of the Road Safety Authority. I have therefore referred the Deputy's query 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. Neither I or my Department have any role in the scheduling of NCT appointments for specific individuals. ...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Air Services (24 Jan 2023)

Jack Chambers: As the Deputy will be aware, daa has statutory responsibility to operate, manage and develop Dublin Airport. The operation and usage of the Platinum Services facility is an operational matter for daa. Accordingly, I have forwarded your request to daa for a direct response. If a response is not received within 10 days, please contact my private office.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: National Car Test (24 Jan 2023)

Jack Chambers: I propose to take Questions Nos. 207 and 218 together. Under the European Directive 2014/45/EU on periodic roadworthiness tests for motor vehicles and their trailers, Ireland, like all other EU Member States, is obliged to adhere to the minimum specified intervals for carrying out periodic roadworthiness inspections on motor vehicles. This is given effect in Irish law by means of the Road...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test (24 Jan 2023)

Jack Chambers: The Road Safety Authority (RSA) has statutory responsibility for the operation of the national driving test and deals with all application and scheduling matters. I have therefore referred the specific part of the question related to test waiting times in County Wexford to the Authority for direct reply. I would ask the Deputy to contact my office if a reply is not received within 10 days....

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test (24 Jan 2023)

Jack Chambers: The Road Safety Authority (RSA) has statutory responsibility for the operation of the national driving test. Consequently, the Authority deals with all application and scheduling matters. My department does not have access to the information requested. I have therefore referred the question to the Authority for direct reply. I would ask the Deputy to contact my office if a response is not...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test (24 Jan 2023)

Jack Chambers: The Road Safety Authority (RSA) has statutory responsibility for the operation of the National Driving Test. In this capacity, the Authority deals with all test applications and scheduling matters. I have no power to intervene in individual cases. However, I understand that the Authority has been engaging with the Public Service Operators and their trainees' applications are being...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test (24 Jan 2023)

Jack Chambers: To qualify for a Driver Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC), a driver needs to complete a four-stage testing process which includes a driving test to drive the category of vehicle concerned, in this case a bus. The new licence category must be added to the driver’s licence before a Driver CPC card can be issued. It is an offence to drive a bus professionally without a...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Road Traffic Accidents (24 Jan 2023)

Jack Chambers: This is a matter for the Road Safety Authority. I have referred the question to the Authority for direct reply. I would ask the Deputy to contact my office if a response is not received within 10 days.