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

Jack Chambers: I propose to take Questions Nos. 93, 94 and 95 together. Under the Road Safety Authority Act 2006, the Road Safety Authority (RSA) has statutory responsibility for the Driver Testing service. Neither I nor my Department have the power to intervene in individual cases. I believe that the RSA operates a fair and transparent appointment scheduling process such that those who are eligible...

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 Driver Testing service. Consequently, neither I nor my Department have the power to intervene in individual cases. I have referred the Deputy's question to the RSA for direct reply on the specific issue raised. I would ask the Deputy to contact my office if a response has not been...

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

Jack Chambers: Howth Coast Guard Unit operates from a fully equipped station building in the Howth Fishery Harbour Centre that was built by the Office of Public Works in 2001. There is currently no requirement for a new station for the Howth Unit, however, the Coast Guard Station is currently a priority on the Irish Coast Guard Building Maintenance Programme for a proposed extension to the rear of the...

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 Driver Testing service. Consequently, neither I nor my Department have the power to intervene in individual cases. I believe that the RSA operates a fair and transparent appointment scheduling process such that those who are eligible and have been waiting the longest are offered a...

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

Jack Chambers: From 1 May 2023 responsibility for past pensionable remuneration for all Irish Aviation Authority (‘IAA’) staff, transferred from the IAA to AirNav Ireland. In line with the Rules of the Pension Plan any increases to pensions in payment are at the discretion of AirNav Ireland and where proposed, are subject to ministerial approval. In 2014 in the light of adverse market...

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

Jack Chambers: The Road Traffic and Roads Act 2023 was signed into law on 23 June. The Act creates a new vehicle category called powered personal transporters (PPTs), which includes e-scooters and future micro-mobility devices as needed. Unlike mechanically propelled vehicles such as cars, trucks and buses, PPTs do not require registration, tax or motor insurance. PPT users do not require a licence and,...

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

Jack Chambers: I propose to take Questions Nos. 116, 117 and 118 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 (RSA). Neither I nor my Department have the power to intervene in individual cases. The specific information relating to testing waiting times is held by the Authority and I have...

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

Jack Chambers: The 2022 audited accounts and annual report for the Road Safety Authority were provided to my Department on 30 June 2023. They were laid before the Oireachtas on 12 September 2023 and should, therefore, be publicly available on the website of the Road Safety Authority in the coming days.

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

Jack Chambers: I propose to take Questions Nos. 125, 126 and 127 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 (RSA). The specific information relating to driver theory and driver testing waiting times in Donegal is held by the Authority and I have referred the questions to the RSA for...

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

Jack Chambers: Road collision data are collected and published by An Garda Síochána. This information is shared with the Road Safety Authority for research and analysis purposes. Specific queries on the number of personal powered transporters involved in recorded collisions should be directed to An Garda Síochána as the data holder. For the Deputy's information, certain roads policing...

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

Jack Chambers: As the deputy will be aware, daa has statutory responsibility to operate, manage and develop Dublin Airport. As the provision of defibrillators and training staff at the airport is an operational matter for the daa, 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: Transfer of Undertakings (20 Sep 2023)

Jack Chambers: I propose to take Questions Nos. 138 and 139 together. The Contract for the new IRCG aviation service includes a provision relating to the application of TUPE regulations, as follows: “The Contractor shall comply with all applicable obligations arising pursuant to the European Communities (Protection of Employees’ Rights on Transfer of Undertakings) Regulations 2003 (S.I. No....

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: National Car Test (20 Sep 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 with the information requested has not been received within ten days.

Reversal of Planned Fuel Price Increases: Motion [Private Members] (26 Sep 2023)

Jack Chambers: I move amendment No. 1: To delete all the words after "Dáil Éireann" and substitute the following: "notes that: — the volatility in fuel prices being experienced now, and over the last 18 months, is due to a variety of geopolitical issues including the Ukraine war, none of which the Government has any control or influence over; — crude oil is an internationally...

Seanad: Road Safety: Statements (27 Sep 2023)

Jack Chambers: I am pleased to be in the Seanad today to update all Members on road safety and current progress against actions within the Government's road safety strategy for the period from 2021 to 2030. This is an opportunity for me to hear Members' perspectives on a matter of grave concern to us all. It is with a heavy heart that I acknowledge the tragic loss of life on Ireland's roads in 2023. From...

Seanad: Road Safety: Statements (27 Sep 2023)

Jack Chambers: I thank all Senators for prioritising the issue of road safety today in their business. It is shocking that as we sit here, so many families across the State are grieving the loss of their loved ones on our roads. Recent trends serve as a reminder to all of us that we can never be complacent about road safety. Reducing road deaths and serious injuries will only be achieved if we all...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Licences (27 Sep 2023)

Jack Chambers: My Department does not have access to individual driving licence applications and may not intervene in the licence application process. All enquiries relating to driver licensing are handled by the National Driver Licence Service (NDLS), delegated to the Road Safety Authority (RSA) under Section 4 of the Road Safety Authority Act 2006 (No.14 of 2006). The National Driver License Service...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Bus Services (27 Sep 2023)

Jack Chambers: Under the Road Safety Authority Act 2006, the Road Safety Authority (RSA) has statutory responsibility for the National Driver Testing Service. I have referred the Deputy's question to the RSA for direct reply on the specific issue raised. 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 Test (27 Sep 2023)

Jack Chambers: Under the Road Safety Authority Act 2006, the Road Safety Authority (RSA) has statutory responsibility for the National Driver Testing Service. Consequently, neither I nor my Department have the power to intervene in individual cases. The driver testing service has been under significant pressure to meet unprecedented demand, which has increased by 28% compared with 2021 figures. In...