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Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Aviation Industry (29 Sep 2020)

Eamon Ryan: In cases where a flight has been booked as part of a package holiday with an Irish licensed travel agent and the country has been moved from the green to red list, the consumer can seek refund under the EU Package Travel Directive 2302 due to "unavoidable or extraordinary circumstances." That should be sought from the travel agent, in the first instance. Such a refund must be made within 14...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Marine Accidents (29 Sep 2020)

Eamon Ryan: The Court of Justice of the European Union recently delivered its judgment in relation to Ireland's implementation of Article 8(1) of Directive 2009/18/EC. Following that judgment, my Department obtained legal advice on the possible next steps to address the Court's findings. As a first step to address the immediate issue regarding the membership of the Board of the Marine Casualty...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: State Assets (29 Sep 2020)

Eamon Ryan: Aer Lingus became a wholly owned subsidiary of the International Airlines Group (IAG) in 2015, with its shares delisted from the Irish and London Stock Exchanges. The issue that the Deputy refers to is not under consideration by Government.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Covid-19 Pandemic Supports (29 Sep 2020)

Eamon Ryan: The regulation of the small public service vehicle (SPSV) industry, including regulatory measures in response to the Covid-19 pandemic, is a matter for the National Transport Authority (NTA) under the provisions of the Taxi Regulation Act 2013. Given the role of the NTA as regulator, I have referred your question to the Authority for direct reply to you. Please advise my private office if you...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Road Safety (29 Sep 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. The initial selection and prioritisation of works is a matter for decision by the local authority. ...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Cycle to Work Scheme (29 Sep 2020)

Eamon Ryan: As the Deputy is aware the Cycle to Work Scheme, which I am very supportive of, is a tax incentive scheme administered by the Revenue Commissioners and governed by tax legislation and tax policy which are matters for my colleague the Minister for Finance. In that regard I very much welcome his recent announcement of increased thresholds under the existing scheme as part of the July Stimulus....

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Taxi Regulations (29 Sep 2020)

Eamon Ryan: The regulation of the small public service vehicle (SPSV) industry, including SPSV vehicle standards and age limits for vehicles, is a matter for the National Transport Authority (NTA) under the provisions of the Taxi Regulation Act 2013. Given the role of the NTA as regulator, I have referred your question to the Authority for direct reply to you. Please advise my private office if you...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Transport Infrastructure Provision (29 Sep 2020)

Eamon Ryan: As Minister for Transport I have responsibility for overall policy and securing exchequer funding in relation to the National Roads Programme. Under the Roads Acts 1993-2015 and in line with the National Development Plan (NDP), the operation and upgrading of individual national roads is a matter for Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII), in conjunction with the local authorities...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Free Travel Scheme (29 Sep 2020)

Eamon Ryan: I propose to take Questions Nos. 223 and 225 together. As the Minister for Transport, 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 issue raised is an operational matter for Bus Éireann and I have forwarded the Deputy's questions to the company for direct reply....

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Free Travel Scheme (29 Sep 2020)

Eamon Ryan: As the Minister for Transport, 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 issue raised is an operational matter for Iarnród Éireann and I have forwarded the Deputy's question to the company for direct reply. Please advise my private office if you do not...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Aviation Policy (29 Sep 2020)

Eamon Ryan: I propose to take Questions Nos. 226, 227 and 236 together. The Aviation Recovery Taskforce submitted its Report in early July in which it made a series of recommendations around how Government could help stimulate a return to growth in the industry. These recommendations included a loosening of international travel restrictions, the finalisation of safe air travel protocols for airports...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Aviation Policy (29 Sep 2020)

Eamon Ryan: I propose to take Questions Nos. 228 and 229 together. All airports, including those outside of Dublin, are already benefitting from an extensive range of Government measures during this difficult time. These include wage subsidy schemes, grants, low-cost loans, waiver of commercial rates and deferred tax liabilities. Up to the end of August, the regional airports of Cork,...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Airport Policy (29 Sep 2020)

Eamon Ryan: I would like to thank the Deputy for his question in relation to Cork Airport. Growth targets for all Irish airports as envisaged in Project Ireland 2040 and the National Development Plan 2018 – 2027, have been and will continue to be severely impacted by Covid-19. This is true for airports right around the world. As the Deputy is aware, Cork Airport is an autonomous...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Aviation Policy (29 Sep 2020)

Eamon Ryan: I propose to take Questions Nos. 231 and 250 together. The Aviation Recovery Task Force Report acknowledges that maintaining restrictions on international travel is an unsustainable strategy in the medium to long term. There is a significant risk of loss of essential connectivity and market access opportunities for movement of goods and people this winter and beyond. Reduced connectivity...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Bus Services (29 Sep 2020)

Eamon Ryan: As the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport, I have responsibility for policy and overall funding in relation to public transport. The safety and security of public transport passengers and staff, including arrangements to deal with anti-social behaviour, are important matters that, first and foremost, must be managed by every public transport company, in conjunction with An Garda...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Road Safety (29 Sep 2020)

Eamon Ryan: The most recent speed limit guidelines were issued in March 2015 following a review by a speed limit review working group. Local Authorities (in conjunction with TII in respect of National Roads) are able to amend and set Speed Limits as appropriate and in accordance with the Speed Limit Guidelines for different sections of the road network as required and adopt bye-laws under a reserved...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Regional Airports (29 Sep 2020)

Eamon Ryan: I propose to take Questions Nos. 234 and 235 together. I would like to thank the Deputy for her questions in relation to the review of Shannon Group. I can confirm that work on the review is continuing in my Department and I will be bringing recommendations to Government shortly. It is my intention that the Company, including Shannon Airport, will be well positioned for the future...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Regional Airports (29 Sep 2020)

Eamon Ryan: I would like to thank the Deputy for his question in relation to regional airports and Cork Airport. All regional airports, including Cork as an autonomous business unit within daa, are already benefitting from an extensive range of Covid-related Government measures. These include wage subsidy schemes, grants, low-cost loans, waiver of commercial rates and deferred tax liabilities. ...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Bus Éireann (29 Sep 2020)

Eamon Ryan: Since my appointment as Minister for Transport, I have had one meeting with the Chairman and CEO of Bus Éireann with regard to Expressway. My Department is in regular contact with both the Chair and CEO of Bus Éireann and have kept me informed on key issues related to the company since my appointment.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Bus Éireann (29 Sep 2020)

Eamon Ryan: As the Minister for Transport, 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 issue raised is an operational matter for the National Transport Authority (NTA) in conjunction with Bus Éireann and I have forwarded the Deputy's question to the NTA for direct reply....