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Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Licences (11 Nov 2020)

Eamon Ryan: A person who has applied to the (NDLS) to renew their driving licence and is awaiting delivery of the licence can contact the NDLS customer service directly at 076 108 7880 or by emailing info@ndls.ie to query the current status of the licence.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Cycling Facilities (11 Nov 2020)

Eamon Ryan: As Minister for Transport, I have responsibility for policy and overall funding in relation to public transport. The Deputy will be aware that the Programme for Government - Our Shared Future sets out an ambitious and wide-ranging set of commitments in relation to walking and cycling, supported by an increased multi-annual budgetary allocation amounting to some €1.8 billion for active...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Public Transport (11 Nov 2020)

Eamon Ryan: Providing an efficient and low emission public transport system is a key priority of my Ministry. As public transport is responsible for less than 5% of our transport emissions, in absolute terms, converting public transport fleets to low carbon alternatives will have a very limited impact on national emission reductions; however, it does fulfil a strong leadership role as we shift towards a...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Departmental Funding (11 Nov 2020)

Eamon Ryan: As the Deputy may be aware, the allocation provided to my Department in Budget 2021 is €3,450m. This represents €2,485m Capital allocation and €965m Current allocation. In the Press Release linked below, Minister of State Naughton and I have listed the investment priorities and projects within my Department for 2021.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Taxi Regulations (11 Nov 2020)

Eamon Ryan: As Minister for Transport, I have responsibility for policy and overall funding in relation to public transport. The National Transport Authority (NTA) has statutory responsibility for the planning and development of public transport infrastructure in the Greater Dublin Area, including the BusConnects programme. Noting the NTA's responsibility in the matter, I have referred the Deputy's...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Taxi Licences (11 Nov 2020)

Eamon Ryan: The regulation of the small public service vehicle (SPSV) industry, including the rules about the insurance obligations of drivers, 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 do...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Covid-19 Pandemic (11 Nov 2020)

Eamon Ryan: Regulations introduced on the 21st October by my colleague, the Minister for Health, define both driver testing and the provision of driving instruction as essential services, albeit in strictly defined circumstances. Approved Driving Instructors (ADIs) may continue to provide lessons, but only where the learner in question has already been scheduled a test date. Driver Testing services...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test (11 Nov 2020)

Eamon Ryan: This is an operational matter for the Road Safety Authority (RSA). I have therefore referred the matter to the Authority for direct reply. I would ask the Deputy to contact my office if a response has not been received within ten days.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test (11 Nov 2020)

Eamon Ryan: The information requested is held by the Road Safety Authority (RSA). I am therefore passing the Deputy's question to the Road Safety Authority for direct reply. If a reply has not been received within 10 working days, the Deputy should contact my office.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test (11 Nov 2020)

Eamon Ryan: In accordance with the provisions of the Road Safety Authority Act 2006, as enacted by the Oireachtas, this is an operational matter for the Road Safety Authority (RSA) and it would therefore not be in accordance with the legislation if I were to issue instructions on such a matter. I have therefore referred the matter to the Authority for direct reply. I would ask the Deputy to contact...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Departmental Expenditure (11 Nov 2020)

Eamon Ryan: The Office of Public Works (OPW) provides office accommodation for the Department of Transport, and, accordingly, the OPW is responsible for the purchase/lease of properties in its ownership. This is therefore a matter for my colleague, the Minister of State with responsibility for the Office of Public Works.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Road Safety (11 Nov 2020)

Eamon Ryan: Arrangements have been made to upload the Road Safety Strategy 2004 – 2006 to the Government website.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Road Network (11 Nov 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. Details of the regional and local road grant allocations and payments to local authorities are...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Departmental Properties (11 Nov 2020)

Eamon Ryan: The Office of Public Works (OPW) provides office accommodation for the Department of Transport, and, accordingly, the OPW is responsible for the purchase/lease of properties in its ownership. This is therefore a matter for my colleague, the Minister of State with responsibility for the Office of Public Works.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Licences (11 Nov 2020)

Eamon Ryan: The Road Safety Authority (RSA) is responsible for the National Driving Licence Service (NDLS). All applications for learner permits and driving licences must be made through the NDLS. The Department of Transport cannot schedule such appointments. The NDLS resumed services in June, following the closure of the centres due to the Covid-19 pandemic restrictions. All appointments must be...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Bus Services (11 Nov 2020)

Eamon Ryan: As Minister for Transport, I have responsibility for policy and overall funding in relation to public transport. The National Transport Authority (NTA) has statutory responsibility for the planning and development of public transport infrastructure including the provision of bus shelters and bus stops. Noting the NTA's responsibility in the matter, I have referred the Deputy's question...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Bus Services (11 Nov 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 a 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. Please advise my...

Ceisteanna - Questions - Ceisteanna ar Sonraíodh Uain Dóibh - Priority Questions: Anti-Social Behaviour (12 Nov 2020)

Eamon Ryan: As the House knows, the Covid-19 health emergency has had a profound impact on the public transport sector since March. We all recognise that the continued operation of the public transport sector is important, which is why it has been designated among the essential services that have carried on throughout the crisis. The Government is committed to ensuring that essential transport...

Ceisteanna - Questions - Ceisteanna ar Sonraíodh Uain Dóibh - Priority Questions: Anti-Social Behaviour (12 Nov 2020)

Eamon Ryan: I agree that it needs to be called out. The behaviour during the recent protests on Luas journeys, to which I believe the Deputy is referring, was despicable. That is not what the Irish people represent. The vast majority are complying. It was an insult and an attack on the vast majority of Irish people on that Luas on that day. There are mechanisms that allow a public transport operator...

Ceisteanna - Questions - Ceisteanna ar Sonraíodh Uain Dóibh - Priority Questions: Anti-Social Behaviour (12 Nov 2020)

Eamon Ryan: Wearing masks in those circumstances or any other public circumstances where it is appropriate is a courtesy to other people. It is a sign of respect as well as good public health practice. It is a modest statement of respect for other people. Irrespective of one's political views, outlook or ideology, how could one stand against such an expression of courtesy and respect to others?...