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

Shane Ross: On 15 February 2017 as a Commencement Matter in the Seanad, I comprehensively addressed the matter of Coast Guard Services and the proposition that the Coast Guard should be designated as a stand-alone primary response agency. Legislating for a stand-alone agency is an inherently complex task and the volunteer dimension of the Coast Guard's activities adds to that...

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

Shane Ross: The Coast Guard has no knowledge of the existence of the group named in the PQ other than through an anonymous email circulated to Oireachtas members.  As matters stand there is only one body in place to represent the interests and concerns of the Coast Guard volunteers which is the Coast Unit Advisory Group (CUAG). This group was established over 20 years...

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

Shane Ross: The issue raised is a matter for the 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 10 working days.

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

Shane Ross: Sport Ireland, which is funded by my Department, is the statutory body with responsibility for the promotion, development and co-ordination of sport in Ireland. This includes responsibility for the recognition of sporting organisations as National Governing Bodies. I have referred the Deputy's question to Sport Ireland for direct response. I would ask the Deputy to inform my office if...

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

Shane Ross: I propose to take Questions Nos. 468 and 476 together. The National Transport Authority (NTA) has statutory responsibility for the development and implementation of public transport infrastructure projects in the Greater Dublin Area, including MetroLink. Noting their responsibility in relation to this matter, I have forwarded your query to the NTA for their consideration and direct reply....

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

Shane Ross: The issue raised is a matter for the National Transport Authority (NTA) 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: Driver Licensing Exchange Agreements (5 Mar 2019)

Shane Ross: I propose to take Questions Nos. 470 and 471 together. Irish driver licensing law operates within a framework of EU law. In the case of non-EU jurisdictions, Ireland may make bilateral agreements on licence exchange.  This is not a straightforward matter, there is a process to be followed and it does take some time. Canadian licences are issued by the government of the...

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: Ports Development (5 Mar 2019)

Shane Ross: Following a detailed review of the  Ringaskiddy re-development funding options the Directors of the Port of Cork Company,  in line with Section 15 of the Harbours Act 1996, decided that the Custom House property located at Custom House Quay in the centre of Cork Docklands, would be advertised on the open market for sale. One party expressed a keen interest in purchasing the...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Services for People with Disabilities (5 Mar 2019)

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. I have explained to the House previously, that under the Dublin Transport Authority Act 2008, the National Transport Authority (NTA) has statutory responsibility for promoting the...

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

Shane Ross: The issue raised is a matter for Bus 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: Driver Test Data (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 10 days.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Licence Renewals (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 10 days.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Public Service Vehicles (5 Mar 2019)

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 administers two grant schemes for this sector - the Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle (WAV) Grant Scheme and the Electric Small Public Service Vehicle (eSPSV) Grant Scheme. Given the role...

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

Shane Ross: The statutory basis for the disabled parking permit is laid out in the Road Traffic (Traffic and Parking) Regulations 1997, as amended, which state that a permit shall be valid for 2 years from its date of issue. In the early years of the scheme one of the organisations responsible for issuing the permits made a case that permits be issued for a 5-year period to...

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

Shane Ross: The National Transport Authority (NTA) have statutory responsibility for the implementation and development of public transport infrastructure, including both Real Time Passenger Information and BusConnects. 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 office if you have not...

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

Shane Ross: I have no immediate plans to introduce free public transport for all users, which would require substantial additional funding by the taxpayer or from other sources.  The National Transport Authority (NTA) has the statutory responsibility for the regulation of fares in relation to public passenger transport services  and also has statutory...

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

Shane Ross: As I explained to the Deputy in response to Question 9239/19 of the 26 February 2019, my Department is responsible for the legislative basis for the Disabled Parking Scheme but not for its day-to-day management.  Operational or pricing matters such as this one fall under the remit of the issuing bodies, the Irish Wheelchair Association (IWA) and the Disabled Drivers Association...

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

Shane Ross: The National Transport Authority (NTA) have statutory responsibility for the development and implementation of public transport infrastructure including PSO fleet acquisition. 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 office if you have not received a reply within 10...

Seanad: Nithe i dtosach suíonna - Commencement Matters: Driver Test Waiting Lists (5 Mar 2019)

Shane Ross: I thank the Senator. I never get weary of responding to this question because it is important. I hope the response and the achievements will be acknowledged by those who have, quite rightly, raised it in the past. The driver test service is provided by the Road Safety Authority. I am very aware of the current waiting times for driver tests throughout the country.I accept waiting times at...