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Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: State Airports (22 May 2018)

Shane Ross: As I advised the Deputy on a previous occasion, it is my understanding that the suggestion to rename Dublin Airport as Seán Lemass Airport arose a number of times in the past and was given serious consideration back in 2010. However, previous Ministers decided against such a change. I can confirm again that I agree with those decisions of previous Ministers and that I have no plans to...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test Waiting Lists (22 May 2018)

Shane Ross: The driving test service is run by the Road Safety Authority (RSA) and this Department has no input into the scheduling of appointments. I accept that current waiting times remain high but I am assured that measures being put in place by the RSA are working towards reducing waiting times for the public. The RSA provides a facility where driving test cancellations are made available to...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Transport Policy (22 May 2018)

Shane Ross: I was pleased to meet with a member of this committee last year to update them on transport plans for the Donegal area. Since that time Government has published "Project Ireland 2040", comprising the National Planning Framework, which sets out a new spatial strategy for Ireland, together with our infrastructure investment programme for the next 10 years, the National Development Plan, which...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Railway Stations (22 May 2018)

Shane Ross: Issues relating to the provision of infrastructure at train stations on the heavy rail network outside of the Greater Dublin Area and the cities - such as the matter of a bridge at Carlow train station - are an operational matter for Iarnród Éireann which receives Exchequer funding via the National Transport Authority (NTA). Noting the role of Iarnród Eireann and NTA in the...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Roadworthiness Testing (22 May 2018)

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.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: National Transport Authority (22 May 2018)

Shane Ross: The issue raised is a matter for the National Transport Authority and I have forwarded the Deputy’s question to the Authority for direct reply. Please advise my private Office if you do not receive a response within 10 working days.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Road Network (22 May 2018)

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 Transport Infrastructure Ireland under the Roads Acts 1993-2015 in conjunction with the local authorities concerned. Within its capital budget, the assessment...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Ports Policy (22 May 2018)

Shane Ross: The core objective of National Ports Policy, published in 2013, is to facilitate a competitive and effective market for maritime transport services. Galway Harbour Company is designated under National Ports Policy 2013 to transfer to Galway City Council. The due diligence process to facilitate the transfer of Galway Harbour Company to the Council is currently ongoing.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Traffic Management (22 May 2018)

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 operation of individual roads is a matter for Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII) under the Roads Acts 1993-2015 in conjunction with the local authorities concerned. Noting the above position, I have referred...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Road Tolls (22 May 2018)

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 operation of individual roads, such as the M50, is a matter for the Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII) under the Roads Acts 1993 to 2007 in conjunction with the local authorities concerned. One of the conditions...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Dublin Bus Services (22 May 2018)

Shane Ross: The issue raised is a matter for the National Transport Authority (NTA), in conjunction with Dublin Bus, 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: Cycling Facilities Provision (22 May 2018)

Shane Ross: As the Deputy is aware, as Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport I have responsibility for policy and overall funding in relation to public and sustainable transport. With the increased multi-annual capital funding that I secured as part of Budget 2018, there is €110 million specifically allocated to developing "active travel" (i.e. cycling and walking) infrastructure in the...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Bus Services (22 May 2018)

Shane Ross: The issue raised is a matter for the National Transport Authority (NTA), in conjunction with Dublin Bus and Bus Éireann, 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: Dublin Port Tunnel (22 May 2018)

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 operation of individual roads  is a matter for Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII) under the Roads Acts 1993-2015 in conjunction with the local authorities concerned. Noting the above position, I...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Community Involvement Scheme (22 May 2018)

Shane Ross: I am in the process of reviewing a recommendation from my officials in relation to the Community Involvement Scheme and I expect to announce the grant allocations shortly.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Public Transport Provision (22 May 2018)

Shane Ross: As Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport I have responsibility for policy and overall funding in relation to public transport. Under the Dublin Transport Authority Act 2008 the National Transport Authority (NTA) has functional responsibility for promoting the development of an integrated, accessible public transport network, including responsibility for securing the provision...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Marine Safety (22 May 2018)

Shane Ross: As the Deputy is aware from my replies to other parliamentary questions and the recent topical issue debate, the Marine Survey Office carried out an assessment of the landing point at Inishmurray Island in 2008.  The "recognised landing point" on the island was deemed wholly unsuitable for landing passengers safely. As a consequence, no passenger licences have...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Boat Permits (22 May 2018)

Shane Ross: I understand that the Deputy and his adviser met with Minister of State Griffin, the MSO and a senior official from my Department on the 10th of May where these matters were extensively discussed. I trust this meeting was useful. My Department will be in touch shortly to provide the information requested regarding Ireland's Eye.

Seanad: Commencement Matters (Resumed): Swimming Pool Programme (22 May 2018)

Shane Ross: I thank Senator Clifford-Lee for raising this topic, with which I have a great deal of sympathy. Swimming pools are an essential part of a child's education and upbringing. It would be every Minister's ambition to have a swimming pool in every populated area. That is not quite possible, but we are doing our very best to achieve it. The local authority swimming pool programme, which is...

Seanad: Commencement Matters (Resumed): Swimming Pool Programme (22 May 2018)

Shane Ross: I thought I had answered the Senator's question. It is somewhat unfair to state the fund has not progressed. It has because we have the results of the mid-term capital review which we did not have this time last year. In addition, as part of the Department's submission in the mid-term review of the capital plan, additional funding of €100 million has been allocated for a large-scale...