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Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Dublin Bus Fleet (5 Mar 2019)

Shane Ross: Procurement of vehicles for Dublin Bus and other PSO bus fleets is a matter for the National Transport Authority.  As Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport I have made clear my intent, and that of the Government, to transition from diesel fuelled buses towards greener fuels and technologies, for the great potential such technologies offer to reduce...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Ports Development (5 Mar 2019)

Shane Ross: I propose to take Questions Nos. 437 to 440, inclusive, and 443 and 444 together. Dublin, Cork, Galway, New Ross, Shannon Foynes and Waterford Port/Harbour Companies currently operate under the aegis of my Department. My last meeting with board members from each of the following Port Companies took place on the following dates;Dublin Port Company- 10th November 2017Galway Harbour...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Ports Development (5 Mar 2019)

Shane Ross: I propose to take Questions Nos. 441, 442 and 445 together. In line with National Ports Policy, Wicklow Port Company was dissolved on the 30 August 2016 and the harbour was transferred to the control of Wicklow County Council. S.I. 462 of 2016 gave effect to this. Drogheda Port Company transferred to the control of Louth County Council on the 2 October 2017. S.I. 424 of 2017 gave effect to...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Vehicle Registration (5 Mar 2019)

Shane Ross: My Department is currently working with industry stakeholders, other Government Departments and State agencies to develop guidelines for the testing of autonomous vehicles on Irish roads. The guidelines make clear that any vehicles being tested on public roads must obey all relevant road traffic laws, and that tests should be underpinned by a safety plan setting out the safety assurance and...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Vehicle Registration (5 Mar 2019)

Shane Ross: I am aware of the increasing use of eScooters, electrically/powered skateboards etc. on our roads.  I have requested the Road Safety Authority to research how such vehicles (classified as mechanically propelled vehicles in the Road Traffic Acts) are dealt with (i.e. regulated) in other countries, particularly other Member States. I am keen to understand the road safety implications of...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Travel Trade Sector (5 Mar 2019)

Shane Ross: Directive (EU) 2015/2302 on package travel and linked travel arrangements was adopted by the European Parliament and Council on 25 November 2015. Officials in my Department have drafted a Statutory Instrument which will amend existing national legislation in order to  transpose the Directive. The S.I. is currently with the Office of Parliamentary Counsel for...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Taxi Regulations (5 Mar 2019)

Shane Ross: I propose to take Questions Nos. 449 and 450 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 securing the provision of public passenger transport services nationally. It also has national responsibility for integrated local and...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Rail Passengers Data (5 Mar 2019)

Shane Ross: The issue raised is a matter for Iarnród Éireann and I have forwarded the Deputy's question to the company 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: Legislative Programme (5 Mar 2019)

Shane Ross: It is my intention to examine the Road Safety Authority Act 2006, in consultation with the Road Safety Authority, to determine if amendments are required, and if so, to prepare the necessary legislation.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test Waiting Lists (5 Mar 2019)

Shane Ross: The Driver Testing Service is provided by the Road Safety Authority. The Authority's target for a national average waiting time for a driving test is no longer than ten weeks. The current average wait time is just over nine weeks.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Road Projects Status (5 Mar 2019)

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, improvement and maintenance of individual national roads is a matter for Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII) in conjunction with the local authorities concerned.  ...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: National Driver Licensing Service (5 Mar 2019)

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 ten days.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Brexit Negotiations (5 Mar 2019)

Shane Ross: The United Kingdom, including Northern Ireland, has indicated it will continue to recognise EU driving licences after Brexit, which of course will include Irish licences. Further information from the UK side is available here: www.gov.uk/government/publications/prepare-to-drive-in-the-e u-after-brexit

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Coast Guard Services (5 Mar 2019)

Shane Ross: There is no change in the policy in relation to use of blue lights and sirens on Coast Guard vehicles. Under SI 694 and 695 of 2011, Coast Guard vehicles can be fitted with blue lights and warning devices. Arising from a safety review internally, the Coast Guard issued a clarification to its volunteers in relation to how these blue lights and warning devices (sirens) should be used on...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: National Driver Licensing Service (5 Mar 2019)

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 ten days.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Brexit Issues (5 Mar 2019)

Shane Ross: I have not discussed the introduction nor amendment of legislation on this matter with the Automobile Association nor any other lobby group, whether Irish or foreign.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Brexit Preparations (5 Mar 2019)

Shane Ross: My Department is reviewing potential arrangements for the exchange of UK driving licences if the UK exits the European Union. These arrangements may involve a formal foreign driver licence exchange agreement and the implementation of the relevant legislation.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Bus Éireann Services (5 Mar 2019)

Shane Ross: The issues raised are 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: Park and Ride Facilities (5 Mar 2019)

Shane Ross: The National Transport Authority (NTA) have statutory responsibility for the development and implementation of public transport infrastructure in the Greater Dublin Area, including the provision of Bus Park and Ride facilities. Noting their responsibility in relation to this matter, I have forwarded your query to the NTA for their consideration and direct reply.  Please notify my...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Coast Guard Services (5 Mar 2019)

Shane Ross: There is no change in the policy in relation to use of blue lights and sirens on Coast Guard vehicles. Under SI 694 and 695 of 2011, Coast Guard vehicles can be fitted with blue lights and warning devices. Arising from a safety review internally, the Coast Guard issued a clarification to its volunteers in relation to how these blue lights and warning devices (sirens) should be used on...