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Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Rail Network Safety (12 Mar 2019)

Shane Ross: Work is in progress on the updating of the Railway Safety Act 2005 and, in that regard, a General Scheme for a Railway Safety (Amendment) Bill was published in May 2018. Work with the Office of Parliamentary Counsel has commenced and it is expected that the Rail Safety (Amendment) Bill will be published later this year.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: EU Funding (12 Mar 2019)

Shane Ross: During negotiations on the Proposal for a Regulation of the European Parliament and of the Council establishing the Connecting Europe Facility and Repealing Regulations (EU) No 1316/2013 and (EU) No 283/2014, the European Parliament proposed an amendment to the Annex. The Parliament's proposed amendment was to include the alignment of Derry - Sligo - Galway on the North Sea - Mediterranean...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Rail Network Expansion (12 Mar 2019)

Shane Ross: As the Deputy is aware, both the 'Programme for a Partnership Government' and Project Ireland 2040, commit to an independent review of the costings for a proposal to extend the existing Western Rail Corridor (WRC). Iarnród Éireann has completed a procurement process in relation to an independent financial and economic evaluation of a possible extension of the WRC. I understand...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Bus Éireann Fleet (12 Mar 2019)

Shane Ross: I propose to take Questions Nos. 574 and 575 together. The issue raised is an operational 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: Bus Éireann (12 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: Appointments to State Boards (12 Mar 2019)

Shane Ross: As the Deputy may be aware, 13 positions, including that of Chairperson, of the Advisory Committee on Small Public Service Vehicles (more commonly known as the Taxi Advisory Committee) have been advertised through the Public Appointments Service. This process has not yet been completed and therefore no decision has yet been made as regards a Chairperson.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Park and Ride Facilities (12 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 Luas Park & 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: Public Transport Provision (12 Mar 2019)

Shane Ross: The issue raised is a matter for the National Transport Authority (NTA) in conjunction with Iarnród Éireann and Dublin Bus 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: Road Traffic Legislation (12 Mar 2019)

Shane Ross: The introduction of a mandatory component or separate technical unit for a new vehicle type would require an amendment to Directive 2007/46/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council. This Directive established an approval system for all vehicles registered within the EU and it ensures that a vehicle must be manufactured in compliance with a wide range of safety standards before it can...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Electric Vehicles (12 Mar 2019)

Shane Ross: The transition to alternatively fuelled vehicles, including electric vehicles (EVs), is a necessary step-change to effect a substantial reduction in transport emissions. While there are no certainties in predicting future technologies, the full electrification of the national car fleet represents a feasible option. Indications from car manufacturers and energy market analysts suggest that...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Road Signage (12 Mar 2019)

Shane Ross: It is set out in S.I. 181 of 1997, Road Traffic (Signs) Regulations, 1997 that markings for bus lanes should be in white. There are two main reasons why white is chosen over yellow for bus lane markings: The first is retro-reflectivity which is a measure of the reflection of light and which is relevant when driving at nighttime. Higher values of retro-reflectivity can be achieved with white...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Road Traffic Legislation (12 Mar 2019)

Shane Ross: There is nothing set out in Road Traffic law that specifically requires motorists to clear the way for emergency vehicles. Section 51A of the Road Traffic Act 1961, however, clearly states that there is a duty of care on all road users to use public roads with care and consideration for others. This principle is carried through into Section 12 of the Rules of the Road which lays out what to...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Road Safety (12 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 improvement, maintenance and operation of individual national roads is a matter for Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII) in conjunction with the local authorities concerned. Noting the above position,...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Rural Transport Services Provision (12 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: Roadworthiness Testing (13 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: Roadworthiness Testing (13 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: Departmental Funding (13 Mar 2019)

Shane Ross: I propose to take Questions Nos. 296 and 297 together. The information requested by the Deputy is currently being collated by my officials and will be forwarded to the Deputy within 10 working days.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Light Rail Projects (13 Mar 2019)

Shane Ross: I propose to take Questions Nos. 298 to 304, inclusive, together. As the Deputy is aware, Project Ireland 2040 provides indicative allocations over the next ten years for a range of projects and programmes, including the development of MetroLink. As noted in Project Ireland 2040 individual projects and programmes remain subject to compliance with the Public Spending Code, including its...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Air Accident Investigations (13 Mar 2019)

Shane Ross: The Deputy will recall in my response to her previous PQ 754319, that I advised, inter-alia, that a second Interim Report will be issued by the AAIU just prior to the second anniversary of the accident (14 March2017) outlining the current status of the investigation and progress made to date. In that regard, I refer you to the AAIU website www.AAIU.ie where you can find the Interim Statement...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Licensing Exchange Agreements (13 Mar 2019)

Shane Ross: Motorists resident in Ireland with a UK driving licence are being advised to exchange that licence for an Irish driving licence before the 29 March 2019. The Department has always advised people to exchange their EU driving licence for an Irish driving licence once they become a resident of Ireland. The Brexit Withdrawal Agreement provides for arrangements to recognise UK driving...