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Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Road Projects (27 Sep 2016)

Shane Ross: I propose to take Questions 918 and 919 together as both relate to the N72 national road scheme in the village of Barradubh, Co. Kerry. 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 (including the N72) is a matter for the...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Road Projects (27 Sep 2016)

Shane Ross: I understand that Gortahoneboy is located on the N72 national route. As Minister for Transport, Tourism and 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 (including the N72) is a matter for the Transport Infrastructure Ireland (formerly known as the NRA) under the...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Road Projects (27 Sep 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 (including the N22 road scheme) is a matter for the Transport Infrastructure Ireland (formerly known as the NRA) under the Roads Acts 1993-2015 in conjunction with the...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Local Improvement Scheme Funding (27 Sep 2016)

Shane Ross: The Local Improvement Scheme (LIS) provides funding for private roads and laneways, the maintenance and improvement of which is, in the first instance, a matter for the relevant landowner. While the LIS does not have a ring-fenced allocation at present, local authorities may use a proportion of State grant funding (15% of the Discretionary Grant) for LIS should they wish to do so. In...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Public Transport Subsidies (27 Sep 2016)

Shane Ross: The Deputy will be aware that this year's total Public Service Obligation (PSO) subvention was increased by 13% when compared to last year and the total amount of money made available to the National Transport Authority (NTA) in 2016 is €236.6m. All three operators will therefore receive increased PSO subvention funding this year which is a very welcome development given that, as...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: School Transport Provision (27 Sep 2016)

Shane Ross: The issue raised is a matter for the Department of Education and Skills and I have forwarded the Deputy's question to that Department for direct reply.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Rail Network Expansion (27 Sep 2016)

Shane Ross: ​The Programme for Partnership Government includes a commitment to provide for an independent costing and review of a proposal to extend the Western Rail Corridor by linking Athenry and Claremorris. The progression of this commitment is being examined in the context of the Rail Review which I have recently received.

Road Traffic Bill 2016 [Seanad]: Second Stage (Resumed) (28 Sep 2016)

Shane Ross: Welcome back, Deputy.

Road Traffic Bill 2016 [Seanad]: Second Stage (Resumed) (28 Sep 2016)

Shane Ross: They have been flying already, especially from the direction of Deputy Troy. I cannot expect the same response. I thank the Acting Chairman for what he had to say and I must say that in a former life, not so long ago, if I had seen unanimity around the Chamber as I have seen here in the last two days, I would have been very suspicious and probably would have taken a completely different...

Road Traffic Bill 2016 [Seanad]: Referral to Select Committee (28 Sep 2016)

Shane Ross: I move:That the Bill be referred to the Select Committee on Transport, Tourism and Sport pursuant to Standing Orders 84A(3)(a) and 149(1).

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Tourism Policy (28 Sep 2016)

Shane Ross: I propose to take Questions Nos. 244 to 246, inclusive, together. My Department's role in relation to tourism lies primarily in the area of national tourism policy.  It is not directly involved in the management or development of individual tourism projects, which are operational matters for the Board and Management of Fáilte Ireland. I understand Fáilte Ireland is...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Road Safety (28 Sep 2016)

Shane Ross: ​I refer the Deputy in large part to the answer I gave to Question No. 902 yesterday on the same topic. The installation of zebra crossings on regional and local roads is a matter for local authorities, and on national roads, in consultation with Transport Infrastructure Ireland. I am not aware of any concerns raised by individual local authorities regarding the safety of...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Road Improvement Schemes (28 Sep 2016)

Shane Ross: ​The improvement and maintenance of regional and local roads is the statutory responsibility of each local authority, in accordance with the provisions of Section 13 of the Roads Act 1993. Works on those roads are funded from local authorities' own resources supplemented by State road grants. The initial selection and prioritisation of works to be funded is also a matter for the local...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Licensing Exchange Agreements (28 Sep 2016)

Shane Ross: The position regarding returning emigrants and driver licensing depends on a number of factors. Under EU law, driving licences are issued to those normally resident in a Member State.  If a person takes up residence in another Member State they will exchange their licence for one issued by their new State of residence.  An Irish licence holder who moved to another EU Member...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Road Improvement Schemes (28 Sep 2016)

Shane Ross: ​As Minister for Transport, Tourism and 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  under the Roads Acts 1993 to 2015 in conjunction with the local authorities concerned. Within its...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Bus Services (28 Sep 2016)

Shane Ross: The National Transport Authority (NTA) has statutory responsibility for the development of public transport infrastructure including bus stops, bus shelters, bus stations, bus stands and bus fleets in the State. Noting the NTA's responsibility in the matter, I have referred the Deputy's question to the NTA for direct reply.  Please advise my private office...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Haulage Industry (28 Sep 2016)

Shane Ross: An application for an international road transport operator licence (details supplied) was received by the Road Transport Operator Licensing Unit  of my Department on 20 May 2016.  In order to meet the requirements to hold an international road transport operator licence, the applicant must meet the legislative requirements of Professional Competence; Good Repute; Financial Standing...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Sport and Recreational Development (29 Sep 2016)

Shane Ross: I will shortly publish a detailed public consultation paper and invite interested parties, including the sports sector, stakeholders and the general public, to respond to questions and offer perspectives on a wide range of policy issues relevant to sport.  This public consultation process, along with the relevant stakeholder engagement, will feed into the development of a...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Road Projects Expenditure (29 Sep 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 local authorities...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Maritime Safety Regulations (29 Sep 2016)

Shane Ross: The mutual recognition of certificates validly issued by other EU Member States is fully supported and accepted by my Department. Particular issues have arisen in relation to certifications under the authority of the Maritime and Coastguard Agency of the United Kingdom, which have been the subject of correspondence between my Department and inter alia, the UK Authorities. Arising from that...