Results 201-220 of 4,574 for speaker:Seán Canney

Saincheisteanna Tráthúla - Topical Issue Debate: Public Transport (30 Apr 2025)

Seán Canney: I thank the Deputy for his very precise request and for raising this topic, which I am taking on behalf of the Minister for Transport, Deputy O’Brien. The Minister has responsibility for policy and overall funding in relation to public transport. However, neither he nor his officials are involved in the day-to-day operation of public transport services. The statutory responsibility...

Saincheisteanna Tráthúla - Topical Issue Debate: Public Transport (30 Apr 2025)

Seán Canney: Let me bring some balance to this. Single fares for some routes will be reduced significantly. Drogheda to Dublin Connolly will drop from €11.95 to €6, which is a 50% reduction. Conversely, some fares will increase, most notably in Greystones, Sallins and Naas, and Skerries, which fall outside the city zone. Within the Dublin city zone - the 25 km radius from the city...

Saincheisteanna Tráthúla - Topical Issue Debate: Rail Network (30 Apr 2025)

Seán Canney: I am delighted that Deputy Gogarty is talking about coming to Galway. We want people to come to Galway. At the outset, I wish to clarify that while the Minister for Transport, Deputy O’Brien, has responsibility for policy and overall funding in relation to public transport, neither he, the Minister of State or our officials are involved in the day-to-day operation of public...

Saincheisteanna Tráthúla - Topical Issue Debate: Rail Network (30 Apr 2025)

Seán Canney: The Deputy makes a strong case. I am listening. I assure him that the Minister for Transport recognises that transport connectivity is hugely important for people who live and work in Ireland and that expanding the public transport network and increasing service levels throughout the country will lead to more balanced regional development and greater connectivity. The Deputy spoke about...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test (30 Apr 2025)

Seán Canney: The Driver Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC) process is based on European Union Directive 2022/2561, which concerns the initial qualifications and periodic training of drivers of vehicles carrying goods or passengers. To drive a truck or bus professionally in Ireland, drivers must have a valid driver CPC. Professional drivers over the age of 70 are not exempt from completing the...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: National Car Test (30 Apr 2025)

Seán Canney: Under the Road Safety Authority Act 2006, the Road Safety Authority (RSA) has statutory responsibility for the National Driver Testing Service and the information requested relating to the compilation of statistics on the CSO website is held by the Authority. I have referred the Deputy's question to the RSA for direct, detailed reply and I would ask the Deputy to contact my office if a...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: National Car Test (30 Apr 2025)

Seán Canney: Under the Road Safety Authority Act 2006, the operation of the National Car Test (NCT) service is the statutory responsibility of the Road Safety Authority (RSA) and the information requested is held by the Authority. Given the RSA's responsibility in this matter, I have referred the Deputy's question to the Authority for direct reply. Please contact my office if a response is not received...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: National Car Test (30 Apr 2025)

Seán Canney: Under the Road Safety Authority Act 2006, the operation of the National Car Test (NCT) service is the statutory responsibility of the Road Safety Authority (RSA). Neither I nor my officials are involved in the delivery of the service at an operational level. Given the RSA's responsibility in this matter, I have referred the Deputy's question to the Authority for direct reply. Please...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: National Car Test (30 Apr 2025)

Seán Canney: Under the Road Safety Authority Act 2006, the operation of the National Car Test (NCT) service is the statutory responsibility of the Road Safety Authority (RSA). Neither I nor my officials are involved in the delivery of the service at an operational level, including the provision of testing centres. Given the RSA's responsibility in this matter, I have referred the Deputy's question to...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Road Traffic Offences (30 Apr 2025)

Seán Canney: Drivers detected breaking the speed limit already face a combined sanction of a €160 fixed charge and 3 penalty points. My Department will be reviewing the feasibility of a graduated penalty points system, in line with commitments set out in the Programme for Government. My officials will be working with our research partners in the Road Safety Authority to examine this proposal...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Coast Guard Service (30 Apr 2025)

Seán Canney: Irish Coast Guard As an island nation Ireland has an international obligation to provide a search and rescue (SAR) response in support of those in difficulty around our coast and in coastal waters. The Department of Transport through the Irish Coast Guard is responsible for provision and management of the service. Coast Guard Units are tasked to respond to incidents through the Marine...

Written Answers — Department of Defence: Harbours and Piers (29 Apr 2025)

Seán Canney: I propose to take Questions Nos. 357 and 358 together. In line with National Ports Policy (2013) and with legislative provisions, as set out in the Harbours Act 2015, control of the five designated Ports of Regional Significance, including Dún Laoghaire Harbour Company, was transferred to more appropriate local authority led governance structures. On the date of transfer, 3...

Written Answers — Department of Defence: Departmental Correspondence (29 Apr 2025)

Seán Canney: The correspondence which was referred to in PQ No. 327 of 1 April 2025 was also sent directly to my Department by e-mail, as detailed in the response to that question. My Department's response to that e-mail was sent on 3 April 2025 and copied to the Deputy. The further correspondence referred to in this question was also sent directly to my Department on 3 April. This has since been...

Written Answers — Department of Defence: Parking Provision (29 Apr 2025)

Seán Canney: In 2023, the value of a fixed charge notice (FCN) for misusing a disabled parking permit was increased to €200, increasing to €300 if not paid within 28 days. Similarly, an FCN of €150 may be issued for parking illegally in a public disabled parking bay, increasing to €225 if not paid within 28 days. In addition, since March this year, it is an offence to make a...

Written Answers — Department of Defence: Driver Test (29 Apr 2025)

Seán Canney: I propose to take Questions Nos. 362 and 365 together. Under the Road Safety Authority Act 2006, the Road Safety Authority (RSA) has statutory responsibility for the National Driver Testing Service, This includes all application and scheduling matters. As such, the information requested relating to Galway is held by the Authority. I have referred the Deputies' questions to the RSA...

Written Answers — Department of Defence: Driver Test (29 Apr 2025)

Seán Canney: Under the Road Safety Authority Act 2006, the Road Safety Authority (RSA) has statutory responsibility for the National Driver Testing Service. This includes all application and scheduling matters. Neither I nor my officials are involved in the service at an operational level or in individual cases. Given the RSA's responsibility in this matter, I have referred the Deputy's question to...

Written Answers — Department of Defence: Driver Test (29 Apr 2025)

Seán Canney: Under the Road Safety Authority Act 2006, the Road Safety Authority (RSA) has statutory responsibility for the National Driver Testing Service. This includes the locations and operation of driver testing centres. I have therefore referred the Deputy's 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 Defence: Driver Test (29 Apr 2025)

Seán Canney: I propose to take Questions Nos. 369 and 376 together. Under the Road Safety Authority Act 2006, the Road Safety Authority (RSA) has statutory responsibility for the National Driver Testing Service, including application and scheduling matters. As such, the information requested in relation to driver testing waiting times and pass rates in Kildare is held by the Authority. I have...

Written Answers — Department of Defence: Driver Test (29 Apr 2025)

Seán Canney: Under the Road Safety Authority Act 2006, the Road Safety Authority (RSA) has statutory responsibility for the National Driver Testing Service and the information requested is held by them. I have referred the Deputy's question to the RSA for direct, detailed reply and I would ask the Deputy to contact my office if a response has not been received within ten days. The Deputy may wish to...

Written Answers — Department of Defence: Driver Licences (29 Apr 2025)

Seán Canney: Irish driver licensing operates within a framework of EU law, which sets out the driver licensing legislation with which all Member States must comply. The format of driving licences, categories of vehicles and the standards in driving tests to qualify for a licence are set at EU level. As all Member States test drivers to the same standard, there is mutual recognition of driving licences,...