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Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport, Tourism and Sport: Decarbonisation Strategy for Aviation and Shipping Sectors: Minister of State at the Department of Transport (12 Jul 2023)

Jack Chambers: On that point, we have some figures on Dublin Airport and Cork, for example, and they have significantly reduced their emissions since 2018. I will try to get them here.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport, Tourism and Sport: Decarbonisation Strategy for Aviation and Shipping Sectors: Minister of State at the Department of Transport (12 Jul 2023)

Jack Chambers: I have them here. In 2022, Dublin Airport reduced its emissions by 24%, and in Cork Airport the figure was 38%, compared with the 2018 base, which is based on average.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport, Tourism and Sport: Decarbonisation Strategy for Aviation and Shipping Sectors: Minister of State at the Department of Transport (12 Jul 2023)

Jack Chambers: These are in the areas of energy management, LED upgrade works, an ambitious fleet replacement programme and participation in the SEAI and OPW Reduce Your Use campaigns. Within the airports themselves, they are really embracing sustainability. They have a big ambition-----

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport, Tourism and Sport: Decarbonisation Strategy for Aviation and Shipping Sectors: Minister of State at the Department of Transport (12 Jul 2023)

Jack Chambers: Yes, and this is similarly the case for our regional airports. A lot of what we funded through the regional airports programme is very much focused on sustainability. Shannon Airport, Ireland West Airport, Donegal Airport and Kerry Airport all have big ambitions for sustainability. The emissions reductions demonstrate the progress they have made.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport, Tourism and Sport: Decarbonisation Strategy for Aviation and Shipping Sectors: Minister of State at the Department of Transport (12 Jul 2023)

Jack Chambers: Exactly.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport, Tourism and Sport: Decarbonisation Strategy for Aviation and Shipping Sectors: Minister of State at the Department of Transport (12 Jul 2023)

Jack Chambers: As I have said earlier-----

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport, Tourism and Sport: Decarbonisation Strategy for Aviation and Shipping Sectors: Minister of State at the Department of Transport (12 Jul 2023)

Jack Chambers: It is also important to look at the fact that the success of aviation has been because of the liberalisation of the market and allowing competitiveness to benefit consumers. When there is that mismatch between intra-EU and international, there is a market distortion. It is welcome that the European Commission is going to review it in 2026.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport, Tourism and Sport: Decarbonisation Strategy for Aviation and Shipping Sectors: Minister of State at the Department of Transport (12 Jul 2023)

Jack Chambers: As the procurement process is subject to legal challenge before the Commercial Court, it would not be appropriate for me to comment on that matter in any way. I know the matter of MetroLink and the cost of the project were discussed at the Committee of Public Accounts recently. The Minister has direct responsibility for that within the Department, but I will ask the Department to provide...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport, Tourism and Sport: Decarbonisation Strategy for Aviation and Shipping Sectors: Minister of State at the Department of Transport (12 Jul 2023)

Jack Chambers: I have huge respect for every member of the committees and the work they do. I am not sure what engagement the committee has had with the Department on the matters highlighted by the Senator. If the committee is seeking information, where appropriate, we will ask the officials to provide it.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport, Tourism and Sport: Decarbonisation Strategy for Aviation and Shipping Sectors: Minister of State at the Department of Transport (12 Jul 2023)

Jack Chambers: That is in Europe.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport, Tourism and Sport: Decarbonisation Strategy for Aviation and Shipping Sectors: Minister of State at the Department of Transport (12 Jul 2023)

Jack Chambers: Within ReFuelEU and the existing European files, there is a minimum mandate across aviation. That demonstrates that there is a necessity for demand and that gives regulatory certainty to the players within the aviation sector. Now, it falls to the airlines, the airports and the producers to scale that level of capacity. That is why Ryanair and others have signed contracts with many of the...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport, Tourism and Sport: Decarbonisation Strategy for Aviation and Shipping Sectors: Minister of State at the Department of Transport (12 Jul 2023)

Jack Chambers: The obligation is on the fuel supplier. Obviously, SAF is a blended fuel. There are fines if the suppliers do not meet the targets.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Road Traffic Offences (20 Sep 2023)

Jack Chambers: This is a matter for the Road Safety Authority and the Authority holds the relevant information. I have referred the question to the Authority for direct reply.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: School Transport (20 Sep 2023)

Jack Chambers: In March 2021, I launched the Safe Routes to School (SRTS) Programme as a response to the need to improve safety at the ‘front of school’ environment and enhance access to school grounds. The programme aims to support walking, scooting and cycling to primary and post-primary schools and to create safer walking and cycling routes within communities. This will help alleviate...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test (20 Sep 2023)

Jack Chambers: I propose to take Questions Nos. 75 and 76 together. Under the Road Safety Authority Act 2006, the operation of the National Driver Testing Service is the statutory responsibility of the Road Safety Authority and the specific information requested is held by that agency. I have therefore referred the questions to the Authority for direct reply. I would ask the Deputy to contact my office if...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Coast Guard Service (20 Sep 2023)

Jack Chambers: The contract for the provision of next generation Coast Guard aviation services was signed with Bristow Ireland Limited on 11 August 2023. The contract provides for the operation of four helicopter bases all on 24/7 duty, with the addition of a Coast Guard Fixed Wing aircraft service for the first time. The Department and the Irish Coast Guard will facilitate, support, and expects to see,...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test (20 Sep 2023)

Jack Chambers: This is a matter for the Road Safety Authority. I have referred the question to the Authority for direct reply.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Departmental Meetings (20 Sep 2023)

Jack Chambers: The current framework for road safety is set out in the Government’s fifth Road Safety Strategy 2021 – 2030. I am working closely with key partners, including the Road Safety Authority and An Garda Síochána, on delivery of Phase 1 of the Strategy. The Strategy has the target of reducing road deaths and serious injuries by 50% by 2030, and to achieve Vision Zero on...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Military Aircraft (20 Sep 2023)

Jack Chambers: An application for an exemption, pursuant to Article 5 of the Air Navigation (Carriage of Munitions of War, Weapons and Dangerous Goods) Orders 1973 and 1989, was submitted for the flight that arrived at Shannon Airport on 6 September. However, the air operator later informed, after seeking clarification from its customer, that no munitions of war would be transported on this particular...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test (20 Sep 2023)

Jack Chambers: Under the Road Safety Authority Act 2006, the Road Safety Authority (RSA) has statutory responsibility for the National Driving Test service. Consequently, neither I nor my Department have the power to intervene in individual cases. On the broader issue of delays, the service has been under significant pressure to meet unprecedented demand, which has increased by 28% compared with 2021...