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Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Pension Provisions (12 Jul 2018)

Shane Ross: Issues in relation to Córas Iompair Éireann (CIÉ) pension schemes are primarily a matter for the trustees of the pension schemes, the CIÉ Group and their employees. Therefore, I have referred the Deputy's question to CIÉ for direct reply. I ask the Deputy to advise my private office if he does not receive a response within ten working days.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Sports Policy (12 Jul 2018)

Shane Ross: I anticipate publication of the new National Sports Policy by the end of July 2018.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Bus Éireann Services (12 Jul 2018)

Shane Ross: I propose to take Questions Nos. 660 and 666 together. As Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport I have responsibility for policy and overall funding in relation to public transport and as the Deputy is aware, the National Transport Authority (NTA) has statutory responsibility for securing or providing public transport in the State in relation to bus stops, bus...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Departmental Properties (12 Jul 2018)

Shane Ross: The acquisition, disposal or development of such property is a matter for Córas Iompair Éireann (CIÉ) in the first instance. Sections 13(1) and 13(3) of the Transport Act 1950 and section 11 of the Transport Act 1964 provide CIÉ with the statutory power to acquire, dispose or develop property subject to the consent of its Board. While there is no statutory...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Living Wage (12 Jul 2018)

Shane Ross: The information is being collated in respect of employees in my Department and a response will issue as soon as possible. In relation to non-commercial agencies in receipt of funding from my Department, the Deputy's question has been referred to the relevant agencies for direct reply. I ask the Deputy to contact my private office if he has not received a reply within ten working days.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Greenways Development (12 Jul 2018)

Shane Ross: I plan to publish the Strategy in the coming weeks. The Strategy will provide a framework for the development of Ireland's greenways ensuring the best possible return for State investment. Furthermore, the Strategy will determine the type of project that will be funded over the coming decade by my Department and will set out guidance and options for project promoters in...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Rural Transport Programme (12 Jul 2018)

Shane Ross: The National Transport Authority (NTA) has national responsibility for integrated local and rural transport, including, since 2012, management of the Rural Transport Programme which now operates under the "Local Link" brand. In light of the NTA's responsibilities regarding Local Link services, including the issues referred to by the Deputy, I have referred the Deputy's question to...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Public Transport Fares (12 Jul 2018)

Shane Ross: The National Transport Authority (NTA) has responsibility for regulating fares charged by public transport operators. I have therefore forwarded the Deputy's question to the NTA for direct reply. I ask that the Deputy advise my office if he does not receive a response within ten working days.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Consultancy Contracts Expenditure (12 Jul 2018)

Shane Ross: I propose to take Questions Nos. 668 and 669 together. As Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport, I have responsibility for policy and overall funding in relation to public transport. The National Transport Authority (NTA) has statutory responsibility for the development and implementation of public transport in the Greater Dublin Area including the development of MetroLink and the...

Written Answers — Department of Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: Ulster Canal Restoration Project (12 Jul 2018)

Shane Ross: The Fresh Start Agreement includes a commitment to undertake a review of the proposed Narrow Water Bridge project with a view to identifying options for its future development, for consideration by the North South Ministerial Council (NSMC).  A number of possible options  are being developed at present in consultation with stakeholders.  There is no specific allocation of...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Motor Insurance (7 Sep 2018)

Shane Ross: My reply to your previous question on this matter (PQ Ref 12358/18) set out the requirements for an application for a Motor Dealer Identity code. That reply referred to the special ‘dispensations’ motor dealers can avail of when granted this identity code. Accordingly, my Department must be satisfied that any application for Motor Identity codes meets all the requirements,...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Military Aircraft Landings (7 Sep 2018)

Shane Ross: I propose to take Questions Nos. 1066 and 1076 together. The aircraft in question was a Boeing 767 operated by Cargojet Airways Limited. It arrived in Shannon from Roswell International (ROW) on the 3rd of July 2018 and departed to Tel Aviv, Israel on the 4th of July following a crew rest period. No application for an exemption for the carriage of munitions of war was made to my Department.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Suicide Prevention (7 Sep 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...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test Data (7 Sep 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: Bus Éireann Services (7 Sep 2018)

Shane Ross: 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 private office if you do not receive a response within ten working days.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Bus Éireann Services (7 Sep 2018)

Shane Ross: The matter referred to by the Deputy is an issue coming under the remit of the transport operator, in this case Bus Éireann. I have therefore forwarded your question to Bus Éireann for direct reply to you.  Please advise my private office if you do not receive a response within 10 working days.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Dublin Bus Fleet (7 Sep 2018)

Shane Ross: As Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport I have responsibility for policy and overall funding in relation to public transport. The National Transport Authority (NTA) has statutory responsibility for the development and implementation of public transport in the Greater Dublin Area, including the development of a single brand to be used by all public transport operators providing services...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Dormant Accounts Fund (7 Sep 2018)

Shane Ross: The legislation governing Dormant Accounts requires that funds from that source may only be used to fund programmes or projects which would assist:  - the personal and social development of persons who are economically or socially disadvantaged; - the educational development of persons who are educationally disadvantaged; or - persons with a disability. In order to ensure...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test Waiting Lists (7 Sep 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: Rail Services Provision (7 Sep 2018)

Shane Ross: I propose to take Questions Nos. 1074 and 1104 together. As the Deputies are aware, the National Transport Authority (NTA), working with other relevant State bodies such as in this instance Iarnród Éireann, is responsible for ensuring the planning and delivery of the public transport infrastructure priorities in the GDA. This includes the electrification of the Maynooth line,...