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Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test (3 Nov 2020)

Eamon Ryan: The Driver Theory Test was not deemed to be an essential service under Level 5. People who get a theory test will then need to go and get a learner permit so they can commence driving as accompanied learners and start lessons. The imperative to do the theory test within a period of 6 weeks at Level 5 is therefore limited, as it would only accelerate people getting a learner permit. It...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test (3 Nov 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: Driver Test (3 Nov 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: Driver Test (3 Nov 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: Driver Test (3 Nov 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: Driver Test (3 Nov 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: Greenways Provision (3 Nov 2020)

Eamon Ryan: I very much look forward to the Grand Canal Greenway being fully completed over the coming years and am sure it will provide an excellent resource for people travelling to work, school and for leisure as well as a tourist attraction in its own right. Last year funding was announced to support Kildare County Council’s development of the Greenway between Aylmer Bridge (near...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Data Protection (3 Nov 2020)

Eamon Ryan: In 2019 there were nine data breaches identified in my Department. It was deemed necessary to notify the Data Protection Commission in three of these instances. In all instances appropriate measures were taken to ensure a reoccurrence does not take place. The Department has an internal Data Breach Policy and all staff are aware of their requirements concerning personal data and reporting...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test (3 Nov 2020)

Eamon Ryan: The scheduling of candidates’ driving tests is the responsibility of the Road Safety Authority (RSA) and as Minister, I have no power to intervene in individual cases. The Road Safety Authority has advised it is prioritising driver testing for essential workers and has set up a dedicated email, urgentdrivingtest@rsa.ie, where applicants can request to be given priority and supply...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Covid-19 Pandemic (3 Nov 2020)

Eamon Ryan: I propose to take Questions Nos. 372 and 376 together. Statistics on passengers arriving into Ireland through State Airports by country of departure are compiled on a weekly basis. Statistics on the countries of departure for passengers arriving into Ireland’s State Airports from overseas destinations from the 3rdAugust to 25thOctober 2020 inclusive are set out in the tables below....

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test (3 Nov 2020)

Eamon Ryan: As you are aware, driver theory tests and driver tests were temporarily suspended in March due to the Covid 19 emergency and since resuming operations, there has been an increased level of demand. Unfortunately, due to social distancing requirements, normal capacity is considerably reduced for both services. My Department is remaining in close contact with the RSA who are examining ways...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test (3 Nov 2020)

Eamon Ryan: I propose to take Questions Nos. 374 and 375 together. As you are aware, tests were temporarily suspended due to the Covid 19 emergency and since resuming operations, there has been an increased level of demand. Unfortunately, due to social distancing requirements, normal capacity has been considerably reduced and this means that customers will experience longer waiting times for a test...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Capital Expenditure Programme (3 Nov 2020)

Eamon Ryan: The Project Ireland 2040 tracker document lists a range of projects and programmes to be delivered by Departments over the period of the National Development Plan. It reflects the portfolio of projects with estimated costs above €20m including projects at all stages in the project lifecycle from strategic assessment, final business case, implementation, review and completion. A link to...

Saincheisteanna Tráthúla - Topical Issue Debate: National Broadband Plan (4 Nov 2020)

Eamon Ryan: I share the Deputy's interest in the importance of this area. The national broadband plan, NBP, contract was signed with National Broadband Ireland, NBI, in November last to roll out a high-speed and future-proofed broadband network within the intervention area which covers 1.1 million people living and working in over 544,000 premises, including almost 100,000 businesses and farms along...

Saincheisteanna Tráthúla - Topical Issue Debate: National Broadband Plan (4 Nov 2020)

Eamon Ryan: I accept the urgency of this, especially during the Covid pandemic. I accept that the use of broadband is critical, particularly among those working from home or those who cannot contact relatives in person but who can online. Covid has also affected the national broadband plan. The contractors who were due to arrive from the UK have been unable to come. We ourselves and National...

Written Answers — Department of Communications, Climate Action and Environment: Fuel Laundering (4 Nov 2020)

Eamon Ryan: I propose to take Questions Nos. 21 and 22 together. Enforcement in relation to illegal diesel laundering activities is primarily a matter for the Revenue Commissioners from the point of view of avoiding loss of revenue to the Exchequer. My Department assists local authorities in carrying out their role as competent authorities under waste legislation, which involves taking the necessary...

Written Answers — Department of Communications, Climate Action and Environment: Recycling Policy (4 Nov 2020)

Eamon Ryan: The Waste Action Plan for a Circular Economy, which I launched in September this year, contains a commitment to deliver behavioural change campaigns for individuals, businesses and the public sector to encourage improved waste segregation and recycling.  The plan contains the following specific commitments in relation to waste collection for apartment dwellers:- We will work with...

Written Answers — Department of Communications, Climate Action and Environment: Legislative Process (4 Nov 2020)

Eamon Ryan: I expect to be in a position to shortly publish a roadmap for public consultation on the development of a policy and regulatory framework for geothermal energy in Ireland. The development of such a roadmap is in line with the commitment in the Programme for Government to rapidly decarbonise the energy sector.The roadmap will be published together with a technical paper,...

Written Answers — Department of Communications, Climate Action and Environment: Climate Change Policy (4 Nov 2020)

Eamon Ryan: The next ten years are critical if we are to address the climate crisis which threatens our safe future on this planet. The Programme for Government commits to an average 7% per annum reduction in overall greenhouse gas emissions from 2021 to 2030 - a 51% reduction over the decade - and to achieving net zero emissions by 2050. The 2050 target will be set in law by the Climate Action Bill,...

Written Answers — Department of Communications, Climate Action and Environment: Energy Policy (4 Nov 2020)

Eamon Ryan: I propose to take Questions Nos. 26 and 27 together. The Government’s Brexit Readiness Action Plan, published in September, sets out that a disruption to the supply of natural gas as a consequence of Brexit is not anticipated. My Department has worked with key State bodies, including the Commission for Regulation of Utilities and Gas Networks Ireland, to ensure they have updated plans...