Results 20,741-20,760 of 21,047 for speaker:Alan Kelly

Taxi Industry (6 Jul 2011)

Alan Kelly: I do not propose to review the composition of the steering group for the taxi regulation review. In my announcements of 8 June and 24 June respectively I have clarified the terms of reference for the review and the membership of the review steering group in line with the commitment in the programme for Government. The review will provide a basis for the necessary further reforms of the...

Taxi Industry (6 Jul 2011)

Alan Kelly: There will be no elitism in the operation of the review group. I am taking on board the Deputy's comments in a very sincere way. There is somebody with multiple licences in the review group because this is one of the core issues with which we have to deal. I am absolutely determined to deal with the issues that have arisen, with which we are familiar. The process of managing, renting and...

Written Answers — Taxi Industry Reform: Taxi Industry Reform (5 Jul 2011)

Alan Kelly: I propose to take Questions Nos. 630 and 631 together. In my announcements of 8 and 24 June respectively I have clarified the terms of reference and the membership of the Taxi Regulation Review Group, in line with the commitment in the Programme for Government. The review will enable the necessary further reforms of the sector to allow consumers to have confidence in the taxi system...

Written Answers — Departmental Schemes: Departmental Schemes (5 Jul 2011)

Alan Kelly: I have sought the views of the National Transport Authority on potential mechanisms to expand the current Dublin Bikes scheme and to facilitate the introduction of similar public bike schemes to other cities. I look forward to considering the Authority's views as an input to formulating my approach to this matter.

Written Answers — Departmental Funding: Departmental Funding (28 Jun 2011)

Alan Kelly: Applications due by 22nd June 2011 and recently received from local authorities in respect of the special 2011 Jobs Initiative Smarter Travel Funding package are currently under consideration within my Department. Examination of the applications is receiving priority within the Department and I expect that approvals for projects will issue in the very near future.

Written Answers — Taxi Regulations: Taxi Regulations (21 Jun 2011)

Alan Kelly: I am currently completing the process of inviting nominations for membership of the Taxi Regulation Review Steering Group that I announced on 8 June last. When its membership is finalised, I will arrange for a media statement to be placed on my Department's website.

Written Answers — Taxi Regulations: Taxi Regulations (21 Jun 2011)

Alan Kelly: The regulation of the taxi industry, including matters related to vehicle standards, is a matter for the National Transport Authority (NTA) under the Taxi Regulation Act 2003. The NTA is currently reviewing the small public service vehicle standards and will commence a public consultation on proposed measures this year with a view to advancing new regulations to come into force in early...

Written Answers — Taxi Regulations: Taxi Regulations (15 Jun 2011)

Alan Kelly: The regulation of the taxi industry, including the issuing of small public service vehicle (SPSV) licences, is a matter for the National Transport Authority (NTA). I have referred the Deputy's Question to the NTA for direct reply. Please advise my Office if you do not receive a reply within ten working days.

Written Answers — Taxi Regulations: Taxi Regulations (15 Jun 2011)

Alan Kelly: The NTA is currently reviewing appropriate small public service vehicle standards for consumers. The NTA will start a public consultation on proposed measures this year with a view to advancing new regulations to come into force in early 2012. As part of the review of the taxi sector announced by me on 8 June last, the current NTA examination of appropriate vehicle standards including the...

Written Answers — Taxi Regulations: Taxi Regulations (15 Jun 2011)

Alan Kelly: Decisions regarding the location and operation of taxi ranks on public roads, as well as funding for the provision of taxi ranks, are primarily matters for the relevant local authority. Under section 84 of the Road Traffic Act 1961, as amended, a local authority is empowered to make by-laws in respect of the places at which taxis may stand for hire. The making of such by-laws is a reserved...

Written Answers — Taxi Regulations: Taxi Regulations (15 Jun 2011)

Alan Kelly: The regulation of the taxi industry, including fees payable in respect of licensing, is a matter for the National Transport Authority as provided for under Section 34 of the Taxi Regulation Act 2003. I have referred the Deputy's Question to the authority for direct reply. Please advise my private office if you do not receive a reply within ten working days. I recently announced the Terms of...

Written Answers — Taxi Regulations: Taxi Regulations (9 Jun 2011)

Alan Kelly: The enforcement of driver identification regulations is a matter for the National Transport Authority (NTA) in cooperation with An Garda Síochána. However the future of the rules governing this area is something the review of the taxi industry (the terms of which I announced yesterday) will examine further. I have referred the Deputy's Question to the NTA for direct reply. Please advise...

Written Answers — Taxi Regulation: Taxi Regulation (7 Jun 2011)

Alan Kelly: With effect from 1 January 2011, the former Commission for Taxi Regulation (CTR) was subsumed into the National Transport Authority (NTA) under section 36 of the Public Transport Regulation Act 2009. The NTA is funded from an exchequer grant and taxi licence fees. Section 50 (2) of the Taxi Regulation Act 2003, prescribes that income from taxi licence fees received by the NTA shall be applied...

Written Answers — Taxi Regulations: Taxi Regulations (2 Jun 2011)

Alan Kelly: The issue raised is the direct responsibility of the National Transport Authority (NTA). I have referred the Deputy's question to the NTA for direct reply. Please advise my private office if you do not receive a reply within ten working days.

Written Answers — Taxi Regulations: Taxi Regulations (1 Jun 2011)

Alan Kelly: I propose to take Questions Nos. 44, 47, 51, 56 and 58 together. Terms of reference and the overall approach to the forthcoming review of the taxi sector are close to finalisation and will be announced shortly. The review will be undertaken in line with the commitment in the Programme for Government. The review will enable necessary further qualitative reforms of the sector to allow...

Written Answers — Taxi Regulations: Taxi Regulations (1 Jun 2011)

Alan Kelly: Terms of reference and the overall approach to the forthcoming review of the taxi sector are close to finalisation and will be announced shortly. The review will be undertaken in line with the commitment in the Programme for Government. The review will enable necessary further qualitative reforms of the sector to allow consumers to have confidence in the taxi system while also ensuring...

Road Safety (1 Jun 2011)

Alan Kelly: The promotion of cycling continues to be a key element in the sustainable transport strategy being pursued by this Government. This strategy includes investment in infrastructure designed to enhance cycling facilities and support increased usage as well as promotional campaigns such as Bike Week. Infrastructure projects under way include the Dublin canals cycle route and the fisheries...

Road Safety (1 Jun 2011)

Alan Kelly: I hope to be in a position to extend cycling facilities across the country in the future. It is an objective of the Government, as stated in the programme for Government. It is my ambition to be able to deliver on various project but that is a matter for the future. We must assess the funding required. The safety campaign was a good one. The campaign cost €53,000. It concentrated not...

Rural Transport Scheme (1 Jun 2011)

Alan Kelly: Some 36 rural community transport groups are being funded under the Department's rural transport programme, RTP, which is operational in every county and plays an important role in combating rural isolation. These groups are working towards maximising coverage in their operational areas having regard to local public transport service needs and the availability of resources. The RTP is...

Rural Transport Scheme (1 Jun 2011)

Alan Kelly: That is a main consideration for the Department and I intend to do so. We are committed to this and there is a commitment in the programme for Government regarding integrated transport in rural areas. This scheme must be taken into consideration with regard to that commitment. I am working closely with the Department of Education and Skills, the Department of Health and Children and a...