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Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: National Car Test (24 Nov 2022)

Hildegarde Naughton: I propose to take Questions Nos. 158 and 160 together. The operation of the National Car Testing Service (NCTS) is the statutory responsibility of the Road Safety Authority (RSA). I have therefore referred the Deputy's query to the Authority for direct reply. I am very aware of the challenges that the RSA and the NCTS are currently facing to meet demand and the delays which vehicle...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: National Car Test (24 Nov 2022)

Hildegarde Naughton: Statutory responsibility for roadworthiness testing in the State rests with the Road Safety Authority (RSA), under the Road Safety Authority Act 2006 (Conferral of Functions) Order 2006 (SI 477/2006). As Minister, I do not have a role in the administration of the testing regime or in the appointment of personnel as part of that process. I can confirm that my Department was apprised of...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test (24 Nov 2022)

Hildegarde Naughton: The Road Safety Authority (RSA) has statutory responsibility for the operation of the driving test. This includes all driving test applications and scheduling matters. I have no power to intervene in individual cases. I have referred this 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.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Road Safety Authority (24 Nov 2022)

Hildegarde Naughton: The operation and oversight of commercial vehicle roadworthiness inspections at the roadside or at operator's premises is the statutory responsibility of the Road Safety Authority. I have therefore referred the Deputy’s 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: Road Safety Authority (24 Nov 2022)

Hildegarde Naughton: The operation and oversight of commercial vehicle roadworthiness inspections at the roadside or at operator's premises is the statutory responsibility of the Road Safety Authority. I have therefore referred the Deputy’s 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 Nov 2022)

Hildegarde Naughton: The holder of a category D1 licence can drive a vehicle designed and constructed for up to 16 passengers, in addition to the driver, and with a maximum length not exceeding 8 metres. If a person wishes to drive a vehicle designed to carry more than 16 passengers, they must obtain a category D licence. The vehicles which may be driven under each licence category are set out in Directive...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Work Permits (22 Nov 2022)

Hildegarde Naughton: The ILO Work in Fishing Convention, 2007 was adopted at the 96thsession of the International Labour Conference on 14 June 2007. The Convention aims to ensure decent conditions of work in fishing regarding minimum requirements for work on board, conditions of service, accommodation and food, occupational safety and health protection, and medical care and social security. In May 2012, the EU...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Aviation Industry (22 Nov 2022)

Hildegarde Naughton: I wish to advise the Deputy that Aer Rianta International (ARI) do not currently operate any retail spaces in airports in the United States of America or in Australia. A full list of all locations ARI currently operate in is available online at their website, www.ari.ie.

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

Hildegarde Naughton: I propose to take Questions Nos. 223 and 224 together. The Road Safety Authority has statutory responsibility for the operation of the national driving test. This includes all driving test applications and scheduling matters. I have therefore referred these questions to the Authority for direct reply. I would ask the Deputies to contact my office if responses have not been received within ten...

Seanad: Nithe i dtosach suíonna - Commencement Matters: Abortion Services (29 Nov 2022)

Hildegarde Naughton: I thank Senator Mullen. I am taking this matter on behalf of the Minister for Health, Deputy Stephen Donnelly. He welcomes this opportunity to update the House on this important matter. I would like to thank Senator Mullen for raising the issue. The model of care for the termination of pregnancy service became operational in January 2019 following the enactment and commencement of the...

Seanad: Nithe i dtosach suíonna - Commencement Matters: Abortion Services (29 Nov 2022)

Hildegarde Naughton: I thank the Senator. The Government is committed to providing timely access to a high-quality safe termination-of-pregnancy service as close to home or the community as possible. With this in mind, the Department continues to engage with the HSE on the most appropriate model of care for termination-of-pregnancy services and the findings of this review forms part of that deliberative process.

Seanad: Nithe i dtosach suíonna - Commencement Matters: Health Services Staff (29 Nov 2022)

Hildegarde Naughton: I thank the Senator. I am taking this question on behalf of the Minister for Health. It is important to acknowledge the crucial work housekeeping staff carry out in our health service every day. The job evaluation scheme is an assessment of the responsibilities and tasks undertaken by support staff across the health service. Under the provisions of the Lansdowne Road agreement, it was...

Seanad: Nithe i dtosach suíonna - Commencement Matters: Health Services Staff (29 Nov 2022)

Hildegarde Naughton: I thank the Senator. The Government acknowledges that current inflationary pressures present challenges and are a source of concern for public service workers. In acknowledgement of inflationary pressures and the rising cost of living, a review of the existing public service agreement, Building Momentum, was conducted this summer. This led to parties agreeing to an extension of the terms...

Seanad: Nithe i dtosach suíonna - Commencement Matters: Citizens' Assembly (29 Nov 2022)

Hildegarde Naughton: I thank the Senator. I am taking this Commencement matter on behalf of the Minister for Health, Deputy Stephen Donnelly. I welcome the opportunity to update the House regarding this topic. Senators will be aware that the Department of Health co-ordinates the implementation of the national drugs strategy, Reducing Harm, Supporting Recovery, which is a health-led response to drugs and...

Seanad: Nithe i dtosach suíonna - Commencement Matters: Citizens' Assembly (29 Nov 2022)

Hildegarde Naughton: I thank the Senator and assure him of the Government’s commitment and determination to implement the health-led approach to drug use as set out in the national drug strategy. Not only does the programme for Government commit to the citizens' assembly on drug use but it also commits to implementing the health diversion programme for people who are in possession of drugs for personal...

Seanad: Nithe i dtosach suíonna - Commencement Matters: Citizens' Assembly (29 Nov 2022)

Hildegarde Naughton: I am taking this matter on behalf of the Minister for Health, who asked me to thank the Senator for raising the issue and welcomes the opportunity to provide an update to the House on this matter. The ongoing development of both community and primary care is at the core of the Sláintecare vision to deliver increased levels of integrated health care, with service delivery reoriented...

Seanad: Nithe i dtosach suíonna - Commencement Matters: Citizens' Assembly (29 Nov 2022)

Hildegarde Naughton: I can ask the Minister, Deputy Donnelly, to come back to the Senator to give him specific clarification as I am taking this question on his behalf. On behalf of the Minister, I again thank the Senator for raising this matter. The Minister understands how vital these developments are for local communities across the country. With regard to the vacant clinic building, as mentioned, the...

Toll Charge Increases: Motion [Private Members] (29 Nov 2022)

Hildegarde Naughton: I thank Deputies for the opportunity to speak to the House about the increase in toll prices on a number of national roads. I can confirm that the Government is not opposing the motion. However, while the overall objective of the motion is in line with the Government's concern around the increase in the cost of living and its effect on workers, families and businesses, there were some...

Saincheisteanna Tráthúla - Topical Issue Debate: Sports Facilities (29 Nov 2022)

Hildegarde Naughton: I thank the Deputy for his question on the need to make land available to sporting clubs and organisations for the development of sporting and community facilities in villages, towns and cities. I am answering on behalf of the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage. The Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage continues to support the enhancement of amenities in...