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Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Motor Tax (22 Jul 2020)

Eamon Ryan: Gross motor tax receipts, including arrears, are set out by vehicle category in the table below for the period from 1 March 2020 to 16 July 2020 (the most up to date data available). Vehicle category Gross Motor Tax Receipts 1 March 2020 – 16 July 2020 Private car (engine capacity) €113,934,233 Private car (engine...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: School Transport (22 Jul 2020)

Eamon Ryan: As Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport I have responsibility for policy and overall funding in relation to public transport. The School Transport Scheme comes under the remit of my colleague the Minister for Education and Skills. Bus services outside of that scheme are part of the overall public transport sector. Day-to-day management and operational aspects of public transport are the...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test (22 Jul 2020)

Eamon Ryan: On Monday 29 June, driving tests resumed on a gradual basis for trucks, buses and motorcycles. Fourteen driving test centres reopened initially, with others being phased in. Driving tests for cars, vans, and minibuses resuming on a phased basis from last week. The resumption plan being put in place is to protect both the public and staff and will also enable the RSA to review practices...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Bus Services (22 Jul 2020)

Eamon Ryan: I propose to take Questions Nos. 92 and 93 together. As the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport, I have responsibility for policy and overall funding in relation to public transport. However, I am not involved in the day-to-day operations of public transport. The issues raised are operational matters for the National Transport Authority in conjunction with Bus Éireann and I have...

Written Answers — Department of Communications, Climate Action and Environment: Trading Online Voucher Scheme (23 Jul 2020)

Eamon Ryan:  The Trading Online Voucher Scheme is managed by my Department and delivered nationwide in partnership with the Department of Enterprise, Trade and Employment, the Department of Media, Tourism, Arts, Culture, Sport and the Gaeltacht, Enterprise Ireland, the 31 Local Enterprise Offices and Údarás na Gaeltachta. The Scheme offers advice and peer-to-peer...

Written Answers — Department of Communications, Climate Action and Environment: Solar Energy Guidelines (23 Jul 2020)

Eamon Ryan: Solar energy installations are eligible to compete in the Renewable Electricity Support Scheme (RESS) which is a competitive auction-based scheme designed to support achievement of the renewable electricity (RES-E) ambition of 70% by 2030. The Climate Action Plan targets the delivery of indicative volumes of up to 1.5 GW of grid scale solar by 2030....

Written Answers — Department of Communications, Climate Action and Environment: Just Transition Fund (23 Jul 2020)

Eamon Ryan: The Just Transition Fund is a key pillar of the Government's just transition plan for the midlands. Up to €11 million will be available for projects focusing on retraining workers and proposals to generate sustainable employment in green enterprise in the region, and supporting communities to transition to a low carbon economy. This is financed through an Exchequer allocation of...

Written Answers — Department of Communications, Climate Action and Environment: Power Stations (23 Jul 2020)

Eamon Ryan: The first progress report of the Just Transition Commissioner, Mr Kieran Mulvey, was published on  22 May. The report reflects a comprehensive engagement with relevant stakeholders in the region, setting out the analysis of the challenges facing the Midlands region, and for Bord na Móna workers and their families and communities, arising from an accelerated exit from peat...

Written Answers — Department of Communications, Climate Action and Environment: Public Services Provision (23 Jul 2020)

Eamon Ryan: The Programme for Government recognises that a modernised post office network will provide a better range of financial services and e-commerce services for citizens and enterprise, as part of our commitment to a sustainable nationwide post office network. The Digital Assist pilot initiative has seen 10 post offices kitted out to assist citizens with online Government interactions and has...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Public Transport (23 Jul 2020)

Eamon Ryan: As the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport, I have responsibility for policy and overall funding in relation to public transport. Individual transport companies are responsible for ensuring appropriate planning compliance for proposed developments on their lands. The issue raised is a matter for Iarnród Éireann, in the first instance, and I have forwarded the Deputy's...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Licences (23 Jul 2020)

Eamon Ryan: To apply for, or renew, a driving licence you are required to present photographic ID, evidence of PPSN, evidence of address and evidence of residency entitlement. An applicant must present in person at a National Driver Licence Service (NDLS) office where the required documentation can be examined. The same information is required when accessing the online system, and the Public Services...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test (23 Jul 2020)

Eamon Ryan: 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.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: National Car Test (23 Jul 2020)

Eamon Ryan: The vehicle in question was taxed at Monaghan Motor Tax Office on 19 June 2020 for a 12-month period covering 1 June 2020 to 31 May 2021. In relation to the National Car Test (NCT), under the Road Safety Authority Act 2006 (Conferral of Functions) Order 2006 (S.I. No.477 of 2006) the Road Safety Authority (RSA) is the body responsible for the operation and oversight of periodic roadworthiness...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Travel Trade Sector (23 Jul 2020)

Eamon Ryan: The Deputy is correct, under the EU Package Directive, travel agents and tour operators are required to provide a full cash refund to their customers if they cancel their booking in certain circumstances, and the travel restrictions imposed because of Covid-19 are such circumstances. Of course, the Deputy will understand that this obligation on travel agents and tour operators, at a time...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Covid-19 Pandemic Supports (23 Jul 2020)

Eamon Ryan: I propose to take Questions Nos. 84, 87 and 96 together. Shannon Group has been severely impacted by the economic impacts of COVID-19 and the Group has asked for a range of supports from Government to help mitigate the impact of the crisis on both Shannon Airport and Shannon Heritage. I have met with Shannon Group CEO recently and am fully aware of the challenges faced by Shannon Airport and...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test (23 Jul 2020)

Eamon Ryan: 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.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Airport Passenger Data (23 Jul 2020)

Eamon Ryan: Statistics on passenger numbers at Dublin, Cork and Shannon Airports are set out below. Statistics on passenger numbers are compiled and published by the Department on a quarterly basis, therefore the table below shows the total passenger numbers at the airports up to 30 June 2020 and includes arriving, departing and transfer passengers. Passenger numbers at Dublin, Cork and Shannon...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Aviation Policy (23 Jul 2020)

Eamon Ryan: Ireland's National Aviation Policy was published in August 2015. It's principal goals are: 1) to enhance Ireland's connectivity responsive to the needs of business, tourism and consumers 2) to foster the growth of aviation enterprise to support job creation and position Ireland as a global leader 3) to maximise the contribution of aviation to Ireland's sustainable economic growth and...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Aviation Industry (23 Jul 2020)

Eamon Ryan: I wish to acknowledge the work of the Taskforce for Aviation Recovery, whose members gave up their time and worked quickly over the course of a short number of weeks to highlight the challenges faced by the aviation industry in Ireland and to make recommendations aimed at meeting those challenges. We are all in agreement that the aviation industry is crucial to Ireland's long term economic...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Road Projects (23 Jul 2020)

Eamon Ryan: The improvement and maintenance of regional and local roads is the statutory responsibility of the relevant local authority in accordance with the provisions of Section 13 of the Roads Act 1993. Works on those roads are funded from the Council's own resources supplemented by State road grants. Under Project Ireland 2040 my Department is committed, subject to necessary approvals, to providing...