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Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test (3 May 2023)

Jack Chambers: I propose to take Questions Nos. 83 and 84 together. The Road Safety Authority (RSA) has statutory responsibility for all aspects of the National Driving Test service.  This includes test applications and scheduling matters. I have therefore referred the specific part of Deputy's Question to the Authority for direct reply. I would ask the Deputy to contact my office if a response has...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: National Car Test (3 May 2023)

Jack Chambers: The operation of the National Car Testing Service (NCTS) is the statutory responsibility of the Road Safety Authority (RSA). I have 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. 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 (3 May 2023)

Jack Chambers: I propose to take Questions Nos. 87 and 88 together. The operation of the national driving test service is the statutory responsibility of the Road Safety Authority. The service has been under significant pressure to meet unprecedented demand, which is up 28% on 2021 figures. This increase in demand for driving tests and the time to invitation for learner drivers has a number of...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test (3 May 2023)

Jack Chambers: The Road Safety Authority (RSA) has statutory responsibility for all aspects of the National Driving Test service.  This includes test applications and scheduling matters. Neither I nor my Department have the power to intervene in individual cases. I have therefore referred the specific part of Deputy's Question to the Authority for direct reply. I would ask the Deputy to contact my...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Legislative Programme (3 May 2023)

Jack Chambers: The Road Traffic and Roads Bill 2021 is due to return to the Seanad for the Report and Final Stage on 24 May 2023. Given that there are Seanad amendments, a report back to the Dáil after passing the Seanad will be required. It is anticipated that the Bill will be signed into law in June. Work on commencement orders has already begun. This Bill contains a number of provisions...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Licences (3 May 2023)

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

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test (3 May 2023)

Jack Chambers: The Road Safety Authority (RSA) has statutory responsibility for all aspects of the National Driving Test service.  This includes test applications and scheduling matters. Neither I nor my Department have the power to intervene in individual cases. 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...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Road Traffic Offences (9 May 2023)

Jack Chambers: Since 2011, it has been mandatory for An Garda Síochána to test a driver involved in a fatal or serious collision for the presence of alcohol. It is the Department's understanding that a garda arriving at the scene of such a collision will also test for drugs as a matter of best practice, particularly since the introduction of improved portable testing technology in recent months,...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Departmental Bodies (9 May 2023)

Jack Chambers: The Coast Guard Unit Advisory Group (CUAG) is the official representative group of the Coast Guard volunteers. This group represents Irish Coast Guard volunteers and provides advice and input to the Coast Guard under agreed terms of reference between management and the volunteers. This group meets regularly and is involved in working with Coast Guard management to deliver a world class...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Air Safety (9 May 2023)

Jack Chambers: In accordance with the existing EU regulations on civil aviation security, LAGs (liquids, aerosols and gels) are not prohibited articles. They can be carried by passengers into the cabin of the aircraft provided that they are screened by appropriate security equipment (liquid explosive detection equipment or LEDs). Union regulations contain specifications for such technology and lists...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Semi-State Bodies (9 May 2023)

Jack Chambers: With effect from 1 May 2023 the air navigation functions of the Irish Aviation Authority have transferred to a newly established, separate commercial semi-state company, AirNav Ireland. As Minister for Transport, I have responsibility for the development of policy in relation to airspace and air navigation matters. Engagement with any trade union is an internal IR matter, for AirNav Ireland,...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test (9 May 2023)

Jack Chambers: The Road Safety Authority has statutory responsibility for all aspects of the National Driving Test service, including test applications and scheduling matters. Neither I nor my Department have the power to intervene in individual cases. 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...

Illegal Israeli Settlements Divestment Bill 2023: Second Stage (Resumed) (16 May 2023)

Jack Chambers: The Minister of State, Deputy Carroll MacNeill, and I have listened with interest to the contributions from Deputies on the Private Members' Bill put forward by Sinn Féin. I will try to respond to some of the issues raised. I also want to acknowledge the presence of the ambassador. As Minister of State, Deputy Carroll MacNeill highlighted in her opening remarks that the Government...

Seanad: Nithe i dtosach suíonna - Commencement Matters: Medicinal Products (16 May 2023)

Jack Chambers: I thank Senator Martin for raising this issue which I am taking behalf Minister for Health, Deputy Stephen Donnelly. The Department of Health has informed me that Friedreich's ataxia is a rare disease affecting fewer than 200 people in Ireland. The condition involves progressive neuromuscular degeneration leading patients to have difficulty with things such as walking, speech and...

Seanad: Nithe i dtosach suíonna - Commencement Matters: Medicinal Products (16 May 2023)

Jack Chambers: I thank the Senator for his statement and feedback and, in particular, the feedback from many of the people he engaged with who are seeking progress relating to this orphan drug, which has made progress in the United States. I will reflect that feedback to the Minister for Health, Deputy Stephen Donnelly. As well as dedicated funding for new medicines, the Minister plans to develop a...