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Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Departmental Correspondence (9 Jun 2020)

Shane Ross: Since the beginning of the Covid-19 health emergency, the Government has been clear that continued operation of the public transport sector is important and designated public transport as an “essential service” during the Covid-19 emergency, recognising the importance of keeping the system running especially for carrying essential workers and other passengers making necessary...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: National Car Test (9 Jun 2020)

Shane Ross: The safety of the public is of paramount importance at this time and as in all aspects of the Covid-19 crisis my Department continues to be guided by National Public Health Emergency Team and the relevant national experts in relation to the resumption of services. I am pleased to confirm the phased re-opening of National Car Testing (NCT) centres from Monday 8 June in line with Phase 2 of...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Marine Casualty Investigations Board (9 Jun 2020)

Shane Ross: I propose to take Questions Nos. 557 and 558 together. Maritime Safety is a key priority for the Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport (DTTAS). The Marine Casualty Investigation Board (MCIB) was established on 5 June 2002 under section 7(1) of the Merchant Shipping (Investigation of Marine Casualties) Act, 2000 (the “Act”). It is an independent statutory body, funded...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Covid-19 Pandemic (9 Jun 2020)

Shane Ross: I propose to take Questions Nos. 559 and 570 together. The Department of Health, as the lead Government Department in relation to Ireland’s response to the COVID 19 pandemic, established the National Public Health Emergency Team (NPHET) on 27 January 2020, chaired by the Chief Medical Officer. The NPHET oversees and provides national direction on the development and implementation...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Public Transport (9 Jun 2020)

Shane Ross: As Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport, I have responsibility for policy and overall funding in relation to public transport. Under the Dublin Transport Authority Act 2008, the National Transport Authority (NTA) has statutory responsibility for promoting the development of an integrated, accessible public transport network. Accessibilty features, such as wheelchair access and...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: National Car Test (9 Jun 2020)

Shane Ross: The safety of the public is of paramount importance at this time and as in all aspects of the Covid-19 crisis my Department continues to be guided by National Public Health Emergency Team and the relevant national experts in relation to the resumption of services. I am pleased to confirm a phased re-opening of NCT centres commencing on Monday 8 June in line with Phase 2 of the Government...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Shannon Airport Facilities (9 Jun 2020)

Shane Ross: I would like to thank the Deputy for her question in relation to Shannon Airport. I am aware that Covid-19 has led to significant challenges for Shannon Airport which has been severely impacted by the imposition of travel restrictions and the cancellation of flights. Despite these challenges the airport remains open with restricted hours to facilitate cargo operations, essential passenger...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: National Car Test (9 Jun 2020)

Shane Ross: The safety of the public is of paramount importance at this time and as in all aspects of the Covid-19 crisis my Department continues to be guided by National Public Health Emergency Team and the relevant national experts in relation to the resumption of services. I am pleased to confirm the phased re-opening on NCT centres from Monday 8 June in line with Phase 2 of the of the Government...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: National Car Test (9 Jun 2020)

Shane Ross: The safety of the public is of paramount importance at this time and as in all aspects of the Covid-19 crisis my Department continues to be guided by National Public Health Emergency Team and the relevant national experts in relation to the resumption of services. I am pleased to confirm the phased re-opening of the National Car Test centres from Monday 8 June, in line with Phase 2 of the...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Cycle to Work Scheme (9 Jun 2020)

Shane Ross: The Cycle To Work Scheme provides for purchase of a bicycle/associated safety accessories to be exempt from income tax, the benefit-in-kind arising from the provision of a bicycle/bicycle safety equipment by an employer to an employee or director, where the bicycle/associated safety equipment is used by the employee or director mainly for qualifying journeys (i.e. travelling to and from work...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: State Bodies (9 Jun 2020)

Shane Ross: There is currently one vacancy on the Board of Shannon Foynes Port Company. Officials from my Department are engaging with both Shannon Foynes Port Company and the Public Appointments Service in preparing the relevant information booklet necessary for advertising this vacancy. Once this is finalised the vacancy will be advertised by the the Public Appointments Service on www.stateboards.ie.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Travel Trade Sector (9 Jun 2020)

Shane Ross: As things stand in law, air passenger rights are protected by Regulation (EC) No. 261/2004, which covers the rights of passenger in instances of cancellations and other scenarios, including long delays. However, if a flight goes ahead and a customer either cancels or does not use their ticket, they are not entitled to a refund under EU law. I understand, however, that the current practice...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Covid-19 Pandemic (9 Jun 2020)

Shane Ross: Measures to protect public health are recommended by the National Emergency Public Health Team (NPHET) within the Department of Health, and my Department and its agencies follow their advice. The Department of Health is the lead Government Department in relation to public health matters, including COVID-19 and also in relation to the request for passengers arriving in Ireland to self-isolate...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Public Service Obligation Services (9 Jun 2020)

Shane Ross: I propose to take Questions Nos. 572 and 573 together. As Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport, I have responsibility for policy and overall funding in relation to public transport in Ireland. The Exchequer allocates funding for the purposes of both capital and current expenditure from the Department's Vote to the National Transport Authority (NTA) for allocation to the transport...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test (9 Jun 2020)

Shane Ross: Dates for the resumption of Road Safety Authority (RSA) services, and any special arrangements which will need to be put into place to allow for the provision of these services, will be determined having regard to the guidance of the relevant public health authorities. The RSA, in planning to reopen driver testing services, will consider all factors, including the backlog of people...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Tourism Industry (9 Jun 2020)

Shane Ross: The Tourism Recovery Taskforce was established by Minister of State Brendan Griffin and I on 20 May 2020. The purpose of the Taskforce is to prepare a Tourism Recovery Plan which will include a set of recommendations on how best the Irish tourism sector can adapt and recover in the changed tourism environment as a result of the Covid-19 crisis. The plan will identify priority aims, key...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Taxi Regulations (9 Jun 2020)

Shane Ross: The regulation of the small public service vehicle (SPSV) sector, including vehicle standards for SPSVs, is a matter for the National Transport Authority (NTA) under the provisions of the Taxi Regulation Act 2013. I have, therefore, forwarded your correspondence to the Authority for consideration and direct reply. Please advise this office if you do not receive a response within 10 working days.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Memoranda of Understanding (9 Jun 2020)

Shane Ross: At the outset, I wish to point out that this is a commercial operational matter for the Port of Cork Company. I understand from the Port of Cork Company that they signed a Memorandum of Understanding with NextDecade in 2017 to attract new LNG business into Ireland from the USA. Next Decade is a Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) development company which is focused on LNG export projects. ...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test (9 Jun 2020)

Shane Ross: The RSA is currently working, in consultation with my Department, on plans for the resumption of the range of services and functions for which it is responsible, following the publication of the Government roadmap and, more recently, the National Return to Work Safety Protocol as agreed by employer and trade union representatives. The driving test raises particular difficulties, given...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Covid-19 Pandemic Supports (9 Jun 2020)

Shane Ross: Since the beginning of the Covid-19 health emergency, the Government has been clear that continued operation of the public transport sector is important and designated public transport as an “essential service” during the Covid-19 emergency, recognising the importance of keeping the system running especially for carrying essential workers and other passengers making necessary...