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Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Rail Services Provision (13 Nov 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.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Taxi Regulations (13 Nov 2018)

Shane Ross: The regulation of the small public service vehicle (SPSV) industry is a matter for the National Transport Authority (NTA) under the provisions of the Taxi Regulation Act 2013.  The NTA is continuing with its efforts to increase the number of taxi, hackney and limousine (SPSV) drivers in Ireland. NTA reported at the end of October 2018 that there were 26,310 SPSV drivers...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test Waiting Lists (13 Nov 2018)

Shane Ross: As 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. I would further direct the Deputy to the relevant section of the RSA website at , which lists the average waiting times at every test centre in the country, including those in Ballina...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Public Service Obligation Data (13 Nov 2018)

Shane Ross: The award of Public Service Obligation (PSO) funding falls under the independent statutory remit of the National Transport Authority (NTA) along with all issues relating to individual contracts with transport operators including Go Ahead. As is normal, the allocations to transport operators are decided by the NTA in exercise of its statutory mandate and in accordance with the...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Transport Infrastructure Ireland Projects (13 Nov 2018)

Shane Ross: As Minister for Transport, Tourism & Sport, I have responsibility for overall policy and funding in relation to the national roads programme. Under the Roads Acts 1993-2015, the planning, design and operation of individual roads is a matter for the relevant road authority in relation to local and regional roads, or for Transport Infrastructure Ireland...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Road Safety Authority (13 Nov 2018)

Shane Ross: As 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 ten days.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Cycling Facilities Provision (13 Nov 2018)

Shane Ross: As the Deputy is aware, the National Transport Authority (NTA) has inter aliastatutory responsibility for the provision of cycling infrastructure in relation to cycling facilities and schemes to promote cycling. In line with that statutory responsibility, the NTA prepared the National Cycle Manual in order to guide planners and engineers in their work in so far as it relates to cycling. The...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Road Network (13 Nov 2018)

Shane Ross: As the deputy will be aware the establishment of weight restrictions on local roads is a matter for local authorities and in this case Fingal County Council are the authority responsible. Enforcement is a matter for the Garda Síochána.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: National Transport Authority (13 Nov 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 questions to the NTA for direct reply. Please advise my private office if you do not receive a reply within ten working days.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Cycling Policy (13 Nov 2018)

Shane Ross: I refer the Deputy to my previous reply to Parliamentary Question Number 472 dated 26 June 2018 on this matter. As Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport I have responsibility for policy and overall funding in relation to public and sustainable transport. As the Deputy may be aware that over the period 2018 to 2021 I have secured significantly improved funding allocations which will...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Road Traffic Legislation (13 Nov 2018)

Shane Ross: AsI have indicated before, the Attorney General has raised issues in relation to the proposed legislation on a minimum passing distance. Currently, my Department is engaging with the Attorney General's Office with a view to implementing alternative solutions which are legally robust. I expect this legislation to be in place before the end of the year.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Haulage Industry Regulation (13 Nov 2018)

Shane Ross: Under the Road Traffic (Construction and Use of Vehicles) Regulations 2003 (S.I. No. 5 of 2003), the upper weight limit for 5 axle (2 axle tractor unit towing a 3 axle semi-trailer) articulated vehicle is 40 tonnes, provided that the tractor unit is equipped with an air suspension system or an equivalent system on the driving axle, ABS brakes and a plate complying with the requirements of the...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test (13 Nov 2018)

Shane Ross: While I appreciate that the process of obtaining a driving licence has a cost, I believe that this cost is not particularly high when measured against the cost to the authorities of providing such a service. The driving test is the means to determine the competency of a driver and to test his or her ability to operate a vehicle and manoeuvre it safely on our roads. It would, therefore, not...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Irish Coast Guard Issues (13 Nov 2018)

Shane Ross: This tragic incident is under investigation by An Garda Síochána and the Marine Casualty Investigation Board. The IRCG is assisting with these investigations. While these investigations are on-going, I am not in a position to comment further on this incident other than to express my sympathy to the families in question.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Departmental Staff Data (13 Nov 2018)

Shane Ross: The information requested by the Deputy is outlined in the table and is the position as of 31.10.2018. Grade Male Female Secretary General 1 0 Assistant Secretary 3 3 Principal Officer 13 8 Assistant Principal 28 36 Professional & Technical (Principal Officer) 16 1 Professional & Technical (Assistant Principal) 41 2

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Air Quality (13 Nov 2018)

Shane Ross: The number of imported cars in Ireland has grown significantly in recent years. As the Deputy is no doubt aware, under EU legislation there are provisions to permit the free movement of goods between Member States. This free movement allows European citizens greater consumer choice. Construction standards for vehicles are also set at EU level and on an EU-wide basis. Without commenting...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Rail Services Provision (13 Nov 2018)

Shane Ross: As Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport 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, nor decisions on the scheduling and timetabling of services. The issue raised is a matter for the National Transport Authority (NTA), in conjunction with Iarnród Éireann,...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Road Safety (13 Nov 2018)

Shane Ross: As Minister for Transport, Tourism & Sport, I have responsibility for overall policy and funding in relation to the national roads programme. Under the Roads Acts 1993-2015, the planning, design and operation of individual roads is a matter for the relevant road authority in relation to local and regional roads, or for Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII) in conjunction with the...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Park and Ride Facilities (13 Nov 2018)

Shane Ross: I wish to advise the Deputy that the National Transport Authority (NTA) has statutory responsibility for the planning and development of public transport infrastructure and services in the Greater Dublin Area and undertakes a support role for the relevant local authorities, on a non-statutory basis, in the regional cities of Cork, Galway, Limerick and Waterford. Noting the NTA's...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Public Transport (13 Nov 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 the development and implementation of all public transport infrastructure in the Greater Dublin Area and bus infrastructure in other cities. Noting their responsibility in relation to this matter,...