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Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Haulage Industry Regulation (12 Jul 2016)

Shane Ross: ​The derogation permitting a maximum weight laden limit of 42 tonnes for 5 axle (2 axle tractor unit towing a 3 axle semi-trailer) articulated vehicles expired on 30 June last. Under the Road Traffic (Construction and Use of Vehicles) Regulations 2003 (S.I. No. 5 of 2003), the upper weight limit for these vehicles was set at 40 tonnes with a derogation, which was incorporated...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driving Test (12 Jul 2016)

Shane Ross: This is a matter for the Road Safety Authority. 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 received within 10 days.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Public Transport Provision (12 Jul 2016)

Shane Ross: The National Transport Authority (NTA) is responsible for the management of the Rural Transport Programme funded by my Department.I have referred the Deputy's questions to the NTA for direct reply. Please advise my private office if you do not receive a reply within 10 working days.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Air Safety (12 Jul 2016)

Shane Ross: The Irish Aviation Authority (IAA) is responsible for air navigation and air traffic management in Ireland, as provided for under the Irish Aviation Authority Act 1993. I have referred the Deputy's question to the IAA 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: Road Projects (12 Jul 2016)

Shane Ross: As Minister for Transport, Tourism & Sport, I have responsibility for overall policy and funding in relation to the national roads programme.  The planning, design and implementation of individual national road projects is a matter for the Transport Infrastructure Ireland (formerly known as the NRA) under the Roads Acts 1993-2015 in conjunction with the relevant local authority....

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Maritime Training Courses (12 Jul 2016)

Shane Ross: ​My Department has not refused to recognise the courses to which the Deputy refers. The Department has, however, identified legal and jurisdictional concerns which have been raised with the UK authorities and which I hope will soon be clarified. I have also arranged for my officials to meet with the relevant Irish stakeholders today in an endeavour to resolve the...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Road Projects (12 Jul 2016)

Shane Ross: ​As Minister for Transport, Tourism & Sport, I have responsibility for overall policy and funding in relation to the national roads programme.  Within its annual budget the planning, design and implementation of individual road projects is a matter for Transport Infrastructure Ireland (formerly known as the NRA) under the Roads Acts 1993-2015 in conjunction with the local...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Road Projects Status (12 Jul 2016)

Shane Ross: ​The planning and implementation of the A5 project is the responsibility of the Northern Ireland authorities. As the Deputy is aware the Stormont House Agreement and Implementation Plan - A Fresh Start reaffirmed the Government's commitment to provide funding of £50 million for the A5 project and committed an additional £25 million to ensure that Phase 1 of the...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Road Projects (12 Jul 2016)

Shane Ross: As Minister for Transport, Tourism & Sport, I have responsibility for overall policy and funding in relation to the national roads programme.  The planning, design and implementation of individual road projects is a matter for the Transport Infrastructure Ireland (formerly known as the NRA) under the Roads Acts 1993-2015 in conjunction with the relevant council (in this...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Licence Renewals (12 Jul 2016)

Shane Ross: This is a matter for the Road Safety Authority. 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 received within 10 days.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Departmental Staff Data (12 Jul 2016)

Shane Ross: Details of agency staff supplied to my Department are contained in tables: Year Amount Agency Service provided ​2011 €​165,597 ​Hays Recruitment ​Accountant services for Finance Division 2012 €4,189 IRE Recruitment Services Data input for the Sports Capital programme 185,000 Hays Recruitment Accountant services for Finance Division 2013...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Departmental Websites (12 Jul 2016)

Shane Ross: The Departmental website, dttas.ie, is reviewed periodically. In 2013, a number of accessibility issues were identified and resolved at the time. A review of the Department's site is planned for later this year and this exercise will include a review of its accessibility. Separately, the Motor Taxation websites are being revamped at present and this revamp will seek...

Topical Issue Debate: Maritime Training (13 Jul 2016)

Shane Ross: I thank the Deputies for raising this subject. I will address the immediate issue for those who are unaware of it. There was a meeting yesterday between my officials and representatives of the MSO and the NMCI and it appears they have reached an agreement on a solution to this problem. However, I take the point made by Deputy Martin, which is new to me. If there is a bad relationship...

Topical Issue Debate: Maritime Training (13 Jul 2016)

Shane Ross: I thank the Deputies for their responses. I cannot promise the same result in any other disputes looming on the horizon, but this one seems to be resolved for the moment and I hope permanently. The area covering the seafarers is a big issue. For those who might have been in limbo and those who have already undergone relevant training in SNO, which are obviously parallel or similar...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Air Services Provision (13 Jul 2016)

Shane Ross: I propose to take Questions Nos. 269 and 270 together. As I have previously stated, I and my Department fully support Norwegian Air International and the introduction of the proposed Cork to Boston route. On the 15th of April 2016 the US Department of Transportation published a tentative decision to grant Norwegian Air International the foreign air carrier permit required to operate the...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Railway Stations Upgrade (13 Jul 2016)

Shane Ross: My Department funds an on-going programme of accessibility improvement grants to upgrade existing public transport infrastructure and facilities.  This programme is being managed by the National Transport Authority (NTA) on behalf of my Department. I understand that funding is being provided this year under the Programme for accessibility upgrade works at a number of railway...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Taxi Regulations (13 Jul 2016)

Shane Ross: I propose to take Questions Nos. 272 and 273 together. Rickshaws are covered by road traffic law. Pedal-powered rickshaws come within the definition of 'pedal cycles' and powered rickshaws are classified as 'mechanically propelled vehicles'. They, like all other road traffic, are obliged to obey road traffic law. The measures which were introduced last year to allow An...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Roads Maintenance Funding (13 Jul 2016)

Shane Ross: ​The improvement and maintenance of regional and local roads in County Cork is the statutory responsibility of Cork County Council, in accordance with the provisions of Section 13 of the Roads Act 1993 (as amended). Works on those roads are funded from the Council's own resources supplemented by State road grants.  The initial selection and prioritisation of works to be funded is...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Road Toll Operators (13 Jul 2016)

Shane Ross: ​As Minister for Transport, Tourism & Sport, I have responsibility for overall policy and funding in relation to the national roads programme.  The planning, design and implementation of individual road projects is a matter for Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII) under the Roads Acts 1993 to 2015 in conjunction with the local authorities concerned. Furthermore, the...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Taxi Regulations (13 Jul 2016)

Shane Ross: ​The regulation of the small public service vehicle industry, including the administration of the vehicle suitability test, is a matter for the National Transport Authority (NTA) under the provisions of the Taxi Regulation Act 2013. I have referred your question to the NTA for direct reply to you. Please advise my private office if you do not receive a response within...