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Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Córas Iompair Éireann (16 Oct 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. Please advise my private office if you do not receive a response within ten working days.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Sports Events (16 Oct 2018)

Shane Ross: The 2018 Ryder Cup is a three day golf tournament organised by one of the governing bodies for golf in Europe, the European Tour. The European Tour recently conveyed their wish to discuss the possible hosting of a future Ryder Cup in Ireland and sought a meeting with me to discuss same. Along with officials from my Department, I attended meetings with representatives of the European...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Sports Events (16 Oct 2018)

Shane Ross: Representatives of the FAI recently met with officials from my Department to brief them on the invitation that the FAI received to join the feasibility study to look into the possibility of a joint British-Irish bid to host the 2030 FIFA World Cup. The process is at a very early stage and my Department indicated to the FAI that it would be happy to engage with them on the study.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Sport Ireland Funding (16 Oct 2018)

Shane Ross: I propose to take Questions Nos. 579 and 580 together. Sport Ireland, which is funded by my Department, is the statutory body with responsibility for the development and promotion of sport, increasing participation at all levels and raising standards, including the allocation of funding across its various programmes. Sport Ireland channels funding through its network of Local Sports...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Traffic Management (16 Oct 2018)

Shane Ross: For the purpose of my reply to the question, I have assumed and as subsequently clarified by you, that the question should have referred to Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII), formerly known as the National Roads Authority (NRA). As Minister for Transport, Tourism & Sport, I have responsibility for overall policy and funding in relation to the national roads programme. Under...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Bus Services (16 Oct 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 responsibility for ensuring the development and delivery of public transport infrastructure, including the provision of bus stops. In light of the NTA's responsibility in this area, I have referred the Deputy's...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Rail Network Expansion (16 Oct 2018)

Shane Ross: The National Transport Authority's (NTA) 'Transport Strategy for the GDA 2016-2035' proposes implementation of the overall DART Expansion Programme which, as the Deputy is aware and as outlined in the National Development Plan (NDP), is a series of projects that will create a full metropolitan area DART network for Dublin with all of the lines linked and connected. The NDP investment in...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Rail Services Provision (16 Oct 2018)

Shane Ross: The issue raised is a matter for the National Transport Authority (NTA) in conjunction with Iarnród 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.

Seanad: Commencement Matters: Greenways Development (16 Oct 2018)

Shane Ross: I thank Senator Clifford-Lee for raising a subject about which she is very passionate. I also thank her for the good case she made for this greenway.I am pleased to inform her that I launched the strategy for the future development of the national and regional greenways in Moate, County Westmeath, on 20 July. This strategy provides a framework for the development of Ireland's greenways and...

Seanad: Commencement Matters: Greenways Development (16 Oct 2018)

Shane Ross: I repeat what I already stated, namely, that the minimum length for consideration is 20 km, with a preference for greenways in the order of 40 km because it is these longer greenways that will generally necessitate overnight stays.We are trying to get people to stay overnight, particularly in this first round. That may not be great news for the Senator but, in view of the case she has made,...

Road Traffic (Quads and Scramblers) (Amendment) Bill 2017: Second Stage [Private Members] (17 Oct 2018)

Shane Ross: I welcome the fact that this Bill has been brought to the House. It is only appropriate that I should acknowledge the sentiments behind it because I support most of what has been said by the proposers, as does the Government. I acknowledge both the role Deputy Ellis has played for a long period in pioneering this legislation and the sentiments behind it. I share those sentiments. I fully...

Road Traffic (Quads and Scramblers) (Amendment) Bill 2017: Second Stage [Private Members] (17 Oct 2018)

Shane Ross: I am happy to concede that one looks on these issues differently when one gets into government because one has to look at the legalities of things rather than the objectives and the route which one will take there. We are on the same journey. I suggest Deputy Ellis is taking the wrong route because of the difficulties to which the wording would give rise. Having studied the Bill, the...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Road Signage (17 Oct 2018)

Shane Ross: The improvement and maintenance (including signage) of regional and local roads is the statutory responsibility of each local authority, in accordance with the provisions of Section 13 of the Roads Act 1993. Works on those roads are funded from local authorities' own resources supplemented by State road grants. The initial selection and prioritisation of works to be funded in its operational...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Sports Events (17 Oct 2018)

Shane Ross: The Ryder Cup, when hosted in Europe, is a three day golf tournament organised by one of the governing bodies for golf in Europe, the European Tour. The European Tour recently conveyed their wish to discuss the possible hosting of a future Ryder Cup in Ireland and sought a meeting with me to discuss same. Along with officials from my Department, I attended meetings with representatives...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Dublin Bus Fleet (17 Oct 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 responsibility for ensuring the development and delivery of public transport infrastructure, including the provision of bus fleet for Dublin Bus. In light of the NTA's responsibility in this area, I have referred the...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Rail Network Expansion (17 Oct 2018)

Shane Ross: As the Deputy is aware, the National Transport Authority (NTA) is responsible for the development of public transport infrastructure within the Greater Dublin Area, including the DART Expansion Programme. Noting the NTA's responsibility for implementation of public transport in the Greater Dublin Area, I have referred the Deputy's question to the NTA for a more detailed reply. Please...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Rail Network Expansion (17 Oct 2018)

Shane Ross: As the Deputy is aware, the National Transport Authority (NTA) is responsible for the development of public transport infrastructure within the Greater Dublin Area, including the DART Undergorund Tunnel which forms part of the DART Expansion Programme. Noting the NTA's responsibility for implementation of public transport in the Greater Dublin Area, I have referred the Deputy's question...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Greenways Funding (17 Oct 2018)

Shane Ross: Funding applications are currently open to Local Authorities and State Agencies for the construction of Greenways under the new Strategy for the Future Development of National and Regional Greenways until 30 November 2018. It is also open to community groups working alongside their Local Authority/State Agency to develop a Greenway proposal, but the final application must be made by the Local...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Marine Accidents (17 Oct 2018)

Shane Ross: The person in question should apply directly to the Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport providing as much detail as possible and we will be able to assist him with his query.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Sale of Aer Lingus (17 Oct 2018)

Shane Ross: The Exchequer received €335 million in September 2015 for its 25.1% shareholding in Aer Lingus. The previous Government invested the proceeds in a new ‘Connectivity fund’ as a sub-portfolio of the Ireland Strategic Investment Fund (ISIF). The Minister for Finance sought Oireachtas approval for the proceeds to be paid into this fund in accordance with Section 46(2) of...