Results 11,041-11,060 of 19,173 for speaker:Shane Ross

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Traffic Calming Measures (26 Sep 2017)

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 operation of individual road projects is a matter for the Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII) under the Roads Acts 1993-2015 in conjunction with the local authorities concerned. Within its capital budget,...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Greenways Funding (26 Sep 2017)

Shane Ross: I understand that no formal application for funding has been submitted by Fingal County Council for either the Fingal Coastal Way or the Broadmeadow Way. My Department is currently developing a Strategy for the Future Development of Greenways that will set out the criteria for awarding funding to projects such as this. I would expect to be in a position to announce a new round of funding...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Bus Services (26 Sep 2017)

Shane Ross: The National Transport Authority (NTA) is responsible for the administration of the Sustainable Transport Measures Grants (STMG) Programme. This rolling programme of measures facilitates investment in various Quality Bus Corridors, cycling/walking, safety and traffic management projects throughout the seven local authority areas in the Greater Dublin Area. Noting...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Light Rail Projects (26 Sep 2017)

Shane Ross: As the Deputy is aware, the National Transport Authority's (NTA) Transport Strategy for the Greater Dublin Area (GDA) 2016-2035 provides the overarching framework for the planning and delivery of transport infrastructure and services in the GDA over the next two decades. The strategy includes a number of proposals to further develop the light rail network in the GDA. These include...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Public Transport Fares (26 Sep 2017)

Shane Ross: The issue raised is a matter for the National Transport Authority (NTA) and I have forwarded the Deputy's question to the NTA for direct reply.  Please advise my private office if you do not receive a response within ten working days.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Road Projects Status (26 Sep 2017)

Shane Ross: I propose to take Questions Nos. 474 and 475 together. 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 N14 and N15) is a matter for the Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII) under the Roads Acts 1993-2015 in...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Fire Safety (26 Sep 2017)

Shane Ross: Fire Prevention systems are in place in all departmental premises and are maintained in accordance with statutory requirements under the Fire Services Act 1981 and 2003. Risk Assessments which include an assessment of fire risk have been completed on all Departmental premises and are continually reviewed in accordance with the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Fire Safety (26 Sep 2017)

Shane Ross: Fire Prevention systems are in place in all Departmental premises and are maintained in accordance with statutory requirements under the Fire Services Act 1981 and 2003. Risk Assessments which include an assessment of fire risk have been completed on all Departmental premises and are continually reviewed in accordance with the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Bus Services (26 Sep 2017)

Shane Ross: The National Transport Authority (NTA) launched the BusConnects initiative in May which proposes a radical transformation of the bus system in the Greater Dublin Area (GDA).  The proposed measures includes  the development of a network of ‘next generation’ bus corridors, three bus rapid transit (BRT) routes, and a complete redesign of the network to be accompanied...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Aviation Industry Regulations (26 Sep 2017)

Shane Ross: I understand that the outcomes, if any, of the Steering Group meeting of ICAO’s Committee on Aviation Environmental Protection (CAEP) of 11 September 2017 have yet to be formally communicated. I understand that the timeframes for the finalisation of recommendations by CAEP in relation to supersonic aircraft is 2022. Any proposals arising at that time will need to be submitted to all...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Ministerial Responsibilities (27 Sep 2017)

Shane Ross: There has been no statutory delegation of functions to Minister of State Brendan Griffin.  The Minister of State's functions were assigned on an administrative basis. He was allocated general responsibility for sport, with a focus on: - the Sports Capital Programme; - the Local Authority Swimming Pool Programme; - engagement with Sport Ireland, National Governing Bodies and Local...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Road Projects Status (27 Sep 2017)

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 the Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII) under the Roads Acts 1993-2015 in conjunction with the local authorities concerned. Within its capital...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Insurance Industry Regulation (27 Sep 2017)

Shane Ross: This matter falls under the remit of the Minister for Finance as it relates to the collection of claims statistics arising from insurance claims and the legislation governing insurance generally, rather than the specific legislative requirements governing the obligation for motorists to have insurance arising from domestic and international law.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Budget 2017 (27 Sep 2017)

Shane Ross: I am very aware of the important role of the haulage sector in our economy and I recognise the difficulties it faces in the current climate. My Department has worked with haulage industry representative organisations to assist the industry and we will continue to examine how it may be supported and how the effects of Brexit on the sector may be mitigated. I have met with industry...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Rail Services Provision (28 Sep 2017)

Shane Ross: As the Deputy is aware, the National Transport Authority (NTA) held a public consultation process to start a national debate on the current and future role of rail transport in Ireland. The public consultation process was launched with the publication of a Rail Review 2016 Report, which examined the funding required to support the heavy rail network now and into the future, together with a...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Road Projects Status (28 Sep 2017)

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 (including the N56) is a matter for the Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII) under the Roads Acts 1993-2015 in conjunction with the local authorities concerned. Within...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Military Aircraft (28 Sep 2017)

Shane Ross: I propose to take Questions Nos. 247 to 249, inclusive, together. My Department publishes on its website a Monthly Statistical Report on Munitions of War Exemptions issued under the Air Navigation (Carriage of Munitions of War, Weapons and Dangerous Goods) Order, 1973, (SI No. 224 of 1973). This can be accessed by the Deputy via the following link...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Ministerial Meetings (3 Oct 2017)

Shane Ross: I have had a number of meetings over the last year to progress Ireland's bid to host the Rugby World Cup in 2023.  I am glad to say that the outcome has been the submission of a compelling bid to World Rugby.  Most recently, on 25 September, together with An Taoiseach, I led the delegation presenting a world class proposition to host the Rugby World Cup...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Consumer Protection (3 Oct 2017)

Shane Ross: The legal framework in relation to air passenger rights in the event of cancellation, denied boarding and delay is set at EU level and is governed by the provisions of EU Regulation 261/2004. The regulation provides for consumer protections which may include, depending on the circumstances arising, refund of airfares, re-routing (i.e. provision of comparable transport to the passenger...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Licence Renewals (3 Oct 2017)

Shane Ross: This is a matter for the Road Safety Authority. I have 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.