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Seanad: Nithe i dtosach suíonna - Commencement Matters: Health Services Staff (29 Nov 2022)

Hildegarde Naughton: I thank the Senator. The Government acknowledges that current inflationary pressures present challenges and are a source of concern for public service workers. In acknowledgement of inflationary pressures and the rising cost of living, a review of the existing public service agreement, Building Momentum, was conducted this summer. This led to parties agreeing to an extension of the terms...

Seanad: Nithe i dtosach suíonna - Commencement Matters: Citizens' Assembly (29 Nov 2022)

Hildegarde Naughton: I thank the Senator. I am taking this Commencement matter on behalf of the Minister for Health, Deputy Stephen Donnelly. I welcome the opportunity to update the House regarding this topic. Senators will be aware that the Department of Health co-ordinates the implementation of the national drugs strategy, Reducing Harm, Supporting Recovery, which is a health-led response to drugs and...

Seanad: Nithe i dtosach suíonna - Commencement Matters: Citizens' Assembly (29 Nov 2022)

Hildegarde Naughton: I thank the Senator and assure him of the Government’s commitment and determination to implement the health-led approach to drug use as set out in the national drug strategy. Not only does the programme for Government commit to the citizens' assembly on drug use but it also commits to implementing the health diversion programme for people who are in possession of drugs for personal...

Seanad: Nithe i dtosach suíonna - Commencement Matters: Citizens' Assembly (29 Nov 2022)

Hildegarde Naughton: I am taking this matter on behalf of the Minister for Health, who asked me to thank the Senator for raising the issue and welcomes the opportunity to provide an update to the House on this matter. The ongoing development of both community and primary care is at the core of the Sláintecare vision to deliver increased levels of integrated health care, with service delivery reoriented...

Seanad: Nithe i dtosach suíonna - Commencement Matters: Citizens' Assembly (29 Nov 2022)

Hildegarde Naughton: I can ask the Minister, Deputy Donnelly, to come back to the Senator to give him specific clarification as I am taking this question on his behalf. On behalf of the Minister, I again thank the Senator for raising this matter. The Minister understands how vital these developments are for local communities across the country. With regard to the vacant clinic building, as mentioned, the...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Aviation Industry (29 Nov 2022)

Hildegarde Naughton: As the Deputy may be aware, DAA has statutory responsibility to operate and manage Dublin Airport including matters relating to noise monitoring and complaints. Accordingly, as the issue raised by the Deputy is an operational one, I have forwarded your request to DAA for a direct response. If a response is not received within 10 days, please contact my private office.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test (29 Nov 2022)

Hildegarde Naughton: The operation of the national driving test service is the statutory responsibility of the Road Safety Authority. I have therefore referred this question to the Authority for direct reply. I would ask the Deputy to contact my office if a response has not been received within ten days.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Coast Guard Service (29 Nov 2022)

Hildegarde Naughton: The Coast Guard is currently compiling the requested statistics and they will be sent directly to the Deputy once fully collated.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Haulage Industry (29 Nov 2022)

Hildegarde Naughton: The Ukraine crisis and matters arising from it continue to adversely affect European and Global oil markets, causing a sustained increase in the price of crude and in the price of refined products on the retail market. The Government recognises the important role the haulage sector plays in supporting the economy and is fully aware of cost pressures on haulage businesses arising from...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test (29 Nov 2022)

Hildegarde Naughton: The operation of the national driving test service is the statutory responsibility of the Road Safety Authority (RSA). Specific details on the number of persons awaiting a driving test and the length of time they have been waiting are held by the RSA. I have therefore referred the question to the Authority for direct reply. I would ask the Deputy to contact my office if a response has not...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test (29 Nov 2022)

Hildegarde Naughton: The operation of the national driving test service is the statutory responsibility of the Road Safety Authority. I have referred this 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: International Agreements (29 Nov 2022)

Hildegarde Naughton: Ireland is strongly supportive of provisions that protect the safety of fishers at sea and intends to accede to the Cape Town Agreement (which relates to fishing vessels of greater than 24 metres in length) to help enhance fisher safety worldwide. The EU has legislated for the safety of large fishing vessels greater than 24 metres in length through Directive 97/70/EC, as amended by...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Licences (29 Nov 2022)

Hildegarde Naughton: In February 2022, the age for mandatory medical testing, where a driving licence applicant is not otherwise required to supply a medical report, was increased from 70 to 75. While I appreciate that there may be a cost in obtaining a medical report, medical checks are required for road safety reasons as age-related deterioration can affect a person's ability to drive. There is no charge...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test (29 Nov 2022)

Hildegarde Naughton: The details requested are held by the Road Safety Authority, the statutory body responsible for all aspects of the Driving Test. I have therefore referred this question to the Authority for direct reply. I would ask the Deputy to contact my office if a response has not been received within ten days.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test (29 Nov 2022)

Hildegarde Naughton: The Road Safety Authority has statutory responsibility for the operation of the national driving test service. I understand that due to the COVID pandemic, and the necessary ensuing precautions, a significant driver testing backlog developed. However, once public health restrictions eased, considerable progress has been made in reducing wait times significantly. The Department gave...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Licences (24 Nov 2022)

Hildegarde Naughton: All enquires relating to driver licensing are handled by the National Driver Licence Service (NDLS). My Department does not have access to individual applications. Individuals should contact the NDLS for queries about applications. An applicant for a driving licence born in a county in Northern Ireland (Antrim, Armagh, Down, Fermanagh, Derry or Tyrone) can have their place of birth...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Licences (24 Nov 2022)

Hildegarde Naughton: All enquires relating to driver licensing are handled by the National Driver Licence Service, the provision of which I have delegated to the Road Safety Authority (RSA) under the relevant legislation. My Department does not have access to individual applications. The RSA can be contacted on 096 25000.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: National Car Test (24 Nov 2022)

Hildegarde Naughton: I propose to take Questions Nos. 158 and 160 together. The operation of the National Car Testing Service (NCTS) is the statutory responsibility of the Road Safety Authority (RSA). I have therefore referred the Deputy's query to the Authority for direct reply. I am very aware of the challenges that the RSA and the NCTS are currently facing to meet demand and the delays which vehicle...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: National Car Test (24 Nov 2022)

Hildegarde Naughton: Statutory responsibility for roadworthiness testing in the State rests with the Road Safety Authority (RSA), under the Road Safety Authority Act 2006 (Conferral of Functions) Order 2006 (SI 477/2006). As Minister, I do not have a role in the administration of the testing regime or in the appointment of personnel as part of that process. I can confirm that my Department was apprised of...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test (24 Nov 2022)

Hildegarde Naughton: The Road Safety Authority (RSA) has statutory responsibility for the operation of the driving test. This includes all driving test applications and scheduling matters. I have no power to intervene in individual cases. I have referred this 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.