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Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Road Improvement Schemes (21 Nov 2019)

Shane Ross: I would like to explain that, 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, improvement and upgrading of individual national road projects is a matter for Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII), in conjunction with the...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Light Rail Projects Status (21 Nov 2019)

Shane Ross: As the Deputy is aware earlier this year  the National Transport Authority (NTA) and Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII) held a public consultation in relation to what is known as the 'Preferred Route'. It followed last year's consultation on then then 'Emerging Preferred Route'. I understand that the NTA and TII are preparing a report of the submissions received during this...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Greenways Development (21 Nov 2019)

Shane Ross: In 2018 I asked Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII) to manage the development of the Dublin-Galway greenway project which includes the Athlone Castle to Eyre Square section.  Since then progress has been made on certain sections of the route and also on various other matters in relation to the project. For example, the section from Maynooth to Athlone has...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Transport Policy (21 Nov 2019)

Shane Ross: Firstly, I would like to explain that, 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, development and construction of individual national road projects is a matter for Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII), in conjunction with...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Bus Services (21 Nov 2019)

Shane Ross: As Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport, I have responsibility for policy and overall funding in relation to public transport. I am not involved in the day-to-day operations of public transport. 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...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Sports Organisations (21 Nov 2019)

Shane Ross: The organisation and delivery of sport in Ireland is mainly a matter for National Governing Bodies of Sport.  The Football Association of Ireland (FAI) and the Irish Football Association (IFA) are the respective Governing Bodies for soccer on the island.  They are independent and autonomous bodies and any proposals regarding an all-island soccer league would be a matter for...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Bus Services (21 Nov 2019)

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 statutory responsibility for the planning and development of public transport infrastructure in the Greater Dublin Area, including the BusConnects programme. I am aware that the NTA has engaged in...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Rail Services Provision (21 Nov 2019)

Shane Ross: I am pleased to inform the Deputy that Government recently approved for the National Transport Authority (NTA) and Iarnród Éireann to proceed with the proposed purchase of 41 additional InterCity Railcars to increase capacity on the rail network.  This additional stock will cost approximately €150 million and is expected to commence entry into service by end 2021. ...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Railway Stations Upgrade (21 Nov 2019)

Shane Ross: As the Deputy is aware, as Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport, I have responsibility for policy and overall funding of public transport.  The operation of the rail network and stations on the network, including any proposals for upgrading of the station referred to by the Deputy, and in the context of plans to facilitate the event referred to, is a matter for...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Bus Services (21 Nov 2019)

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 statutory responsibility for the planning and development of public transport infrastructure in the Greater Dublin Area, including the BusConnects programme. Noting the NTA's responsibility in the matter,...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Rail Services Provision (21 Nov 2019)

Shane Ross: I propose to take Questions Nos. 30 and 221 together. As Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport, I have responsibility for policy and overall funding of public transport.  The procurement and or refurbishment of rolling stock is a matter for Iarnród Éireann in the first instance who, in consultation with the National Transport Authority (NTA), continue to examine how...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Haulage Industry (21 Nov 2019)

Shane Ross: The haulage sector plays an important role in our economy and I recognise that it faces particular difficulties in the context of Brexit.  My Department has maintained close contact with road haulage stakeholders in the context of Brexit and continues to work with the industry representative bodies to keep hauliers and businesses informed of developments, in keeping...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Bus Services (21 Nov 2019)

Shane Ross: As Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport, I have responsibility for policy and overall funding in relation to public transport. I am not involved in the day-to-day operations of public transport. 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...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Rail Network Expansion (21 Nov 2019)

Shane Ross: I have previously informed the Deputy that the priority funding objective in relation to mainline rail is the maintenance and renewal of the existing operating network.  That objective is supported by the significantly enhanced funding now available to support that network as evidenced by the approximate 23% increase in Exchequer funding provided in 2019.  The Deputy is also...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Road Traffic Legislation (21 Nov 2019)

Shane Ross: As the Deputy is aware, the public consultation on e-scooters and other forms of powered personal transporters closed on 1st November. My Department received more than 500 submissions and officials are currently going through them with the aim of producing a report. I have been informed that this report will be submitted to me for my consideration next month. I will not be making any decision...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Rail Network (21 Nov 2019)

Shane Ross: The Deputy is aware that Project Ireland 2040 provides significantly enhanced funding levels for our rail network which will expand its capacity, improve line journey speeds and lead to a better passenger experience across an improved network. As I recently informed the Deputy, key to this improvement is the increased funding being made available under the Infrastructure Manager...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Rail Services (21 Nov 2019)

Shane Ross: As Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport, I have responsibility for policy and overall funding of public transport.  The operation and provision of services on the rail network are matters for Iarnród Éireann in the first instance, and the company and the National Transport Authority (NTA) continue to examine how best to source additional rolling stock as...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Departmental Reports (21 Nov 2019)

Shane Ross: Project Ireland 2040 is the Government’s overarching long-term strategy for the development of Irish society. Transport has a key enabling role to play in delivering this strategy and PLUTO will help to ensure that transport investment is aligned with and supports the ten National Strategic Outcomes. The National Development Plan, published in February 2018 at the launch of Project...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Public Transport (21 Nov 2019)

Shane Ross: The numbers using public transport have increased in recent years with a 6% increase recorded in 2018 across the State supported services of bus, rail and light rail. These passenger increases reflect a growing population, a strong economy and an increase in the amount of public transport services being made available through the various operators. Those increased services have been...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Road Projects (21 Nov 2019)

Shane Ross: Firstly, I would like to explain that, as Minister for Transport, Tourism & Sport, I have responsibility for overall policy and funding in relation to the national roads programme.  Once funding arrangements have been put in place with Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII), under the Roads Acts 1993-2015, the planning, design and construction, including the...