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Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test (31 May 2023)

Jack Chambers: The Road Safety Authority (RSA) has statutory responsibility for all aspects of the National Driving Test service. This includes test applications and scheduling matters. Neither I nor my Department have the power to intervene in individual cases. The RSA operates a fair and transparent appointment scheduling process, and consequently I understand that those who are eligible and have been...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: National Car Test (31 May 2023)

Jack Chambers: Under European Directive 2014/45/EU on periodic roadworthiness testing, Ireland, like all Member States, must comply with the minimum specified intervals for carrying out such inspections. This is given effect in Irish law by the Road Traffic (National Car Test) Regulations 2017 (SI 415/2017), as amended. Regulation 3(2) of the 2017 Regulations provides that the initial test due date for...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Licences (30 May 2023)

Jack Chambers: This is a matter for the Road Safety Authority (RSA). The National Driver Licence Service (NDLS) is provided by the RSA, by delegation under national legislation. My department does not have access to individual applications. Because of data protection rules regarding the sharing of personal data, the person concerned will need to contact the RSA directly on this matter. A complaint may be...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Licences (30 May 2023)

Jack Chambers: All enquires relating to driver licensing are handled by the National Driver Licence Service (NDLS), the provision of which I have delegated to the Road Safety Authority under the relevant legislation. My department does not have access to individual applications. Individuals should contact the NDLS in the first instance for queries in relation to applications.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Road Safety (30 May 2023)

Jack Chambers: The Road Safety Authority (RSA) has a team of educators going into schools and the community delivering road safety education programmes, which tackle all elements of road safety, including addressing safe cycling with school children. Areas covered include correct helmet wearing, wearing high vis, appropriate use of lights and bell, the roadworthiness of bicycles, as well as signalling and...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Parking Provision (30 May 2023)

Jack Chambers: Electric vehicle charging bays on public roads and car parks are specifically reserved for recharging electric vehicle batteries. It is an offence to park or stop in these bays for any other purpose and a driver who chooses to park a petrol, diesel, or fully-charged electric vehicle in such a bay is liable for a fixed charge of €80, rising to €120 if not paid within 28 days.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: National Car Test (30 May 2023)

Jack Chambers: Under European Directive 2014/45/EU on periodic roadworthiness testing, Ireland, like all Member States, must comply with the minimum specified intervals for carrying out such inspections. This is given effect in Irish law by the Road Traffic (National Car Test) Regulations 2017 (SI 415/2017), as amended. Regulation 3(2) of the 2017 Regulations provides that the initial test due date for...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: National Car Test (30 May 2023)

Jack Chambers: The operation of the National Car Testing Service (NCTS) is the statutory responsibility of the Road Safety Authority and the Authority holds the information sought by the Deputy. I have referred the Deputy's query 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: Air Services (25 May 2023)

Jack Chambers: I thank the Deputy for his continued interest in connectivity to this region. Although operated as an Exchequer funded Public Service Obligation (PSO) air service in the past, as is allowed under Regulation (EC) No 1008/2008 on common rules for the operation of air services in the Community, an air carrier has operated the Kerry/Dublin route on a commercial basis since July 2021. As...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Dublin Airport Authority (24 May 2023)

Jack Chambers: As the deputy will be aware, daa has the statutory responsibility to operate, manage and develop Dublin Airport. The Airport Noise Competent Authority (ANCA) is the Airport Noise Regulator, and is a separate and independent Directorate within Fingal County Council. As publicised on its website, in December 2022 ANCA commenced a review of the impact of aircraft noise on the...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Air Safety (24 May 2023)

Jack Chambers: The costs associated with the disturbance to aviation operations at Dublin airport caused by illegal drone activity at the airport are a matter for the airport operator, daa, and the airlines affected. As these are commercial matters, my Department does not have access to those costs. daa is expediting the deployment of additional counter drone technology to complement the already...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test (24 May 2023)

Jack Chambers: The operation of the national driving test service is the statutory responsibility of the Road Safety Authority and the information requested is held by them. I have therefore referred the specific part of the 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. I would like to assure the Deputy that my...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Official Engagements (24 May 2023)

Jack Chambers: I can advise the Deputy that the Preclearance Consultative Group (PCCG) consisting of officials and state representatives from Ireland and the U.S sides meets formally on an annual basis as part of the US preclearance agreement. The last meeting was held on 23rd February 2023 where the Department hosted representatives from the U.S side.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test (24 May 2023)

Jack Chambers: The operation of the national driving test service is the statutory responsibility of the Road Safety Authority and the information requested is held by them. 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: National Car Test (23 May 2023)

Jack Chambers: The operation of the National Car Testing Service (NCTS) is the statutory responsibility of the Road Safety Authority (RSA). I have referred the Deputy's query 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. I am aware of the challenges that the RSA and the NCTS are facing to meet high demand for tests and...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Licences (23 May 2023)

Jack Chambers: 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 licences, categories of vehicles and the standards to be met in driving tests to qualify for a licence are set at EU level. Accordingly, EU-issued licences are recognised in Member States. Ireland may make bilateral licence...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Pension Provisions (23 May 2023)

Jack Chambers: My Department officials have considered the pension increase proposal submitted by Dublin Port Company in July 2022 in conjunction with officials in the Department of Public Expenditure, NDP Delivery and Reform. I am currently still engaging with my colleague, the Minister for Public Expenditure, NDP Delivery and Reform on the matter with a view to reaching a resolution. It is expected...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: National Car Test (23 May 2023)

Jack Chambers: I propose to take Questions Nos. 206 and 207 together. The operation of the National Car Testing Service (NCTS) is the statutory responsibility of the Road Safety Authority. As Minister, I have no function in respect of operational matters, including the award of contracts for provision of the NCTS or the application of contract mechanisms. I have referred the Deputy's queries on these...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: National Car Test (23 May 2023)

Jack Chambers: I propose to take Questions Nos. 208 and 209 together. The operation of the National Car Testing Service (NCTS) is the statutory responsibility of the Road Safety Authority (RSA). I have referred the Deputy's query 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. I am aware of the challenges that the RSA...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Departmental Functions (17 May 2023)

Jack Chambers: Access to the occupation of road haulage operator is regulated by this Department.  The Department of Transport's Road Transport Operator Licensing Unit issues licences to qualifying operators who wish to undertake road haulage for hire or reward.  All hauliers operating Heavy Goods Vehicles must hold a Road Haulage Operator Licence.  In addition, undertakings operating Light...