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Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Departmental Policies (14 Dec 2022)

Hildegarde Naughton: The development of the national policy framework for unmanned aircraft systems (UAS Drones) is at an advanced stage. The framework will guide high-level strategic planning and development of the UAS sector with the aim of supporting growth and innovation while managing safety, security, privacy and other aspects. My Department has engaged extensively with primary stakeholders from relevant...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Departmental Schemes (14 Dec 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: Aviation Industry (14 Dec 2022)

Hildegarde Naughton: Since 27 June 2020, focus has been on supporting the aviation sector through what has been its greatest crisis to date. The COVID-19 Pandemic had a very significant adverse effect on aviation worldwide and the sector is still recovering from it impacts. Government implemented a broad range of cross-economy supports that the aviation industry was able to avail of, the most important being...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Departmental Communications (13 Dec 2022)

Hildegarde Naughton: The “M/V Hebble Sand” is a ship located within the functional area of the Port of Drogheda. Any matters relating to the safety or environmental protection are for the owner of the vessel to address within the relevant jurisdiction of the Port Authority. If the owner wishes to move the vessel, then they are required to comply with the relevant Merchant Shipping and Sea Pollution...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Parking Provision (13 Dec 2022)

Hildegarde Naughton: The Disabled Parking Permit (also known as the European Parking Card or Disabled Parking Badge) is available to people living in Ireland whose mobility is severely restricted, whether they are drivers or passengers, and also to those who are registered blind. The possibility of extending the eligibility criteria for the scheme to include people with certain forms of cognitive impairment,...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Departmental Meetings (13 Dec 2022)

Hildegarde Naughton: I propose to take Questions Nos. 201, 202 and 203 together. I would like to thank the Deputy for these questions. Government appreciates the important role of Shannon Heritage to the economy of the Midwest region and, in terms of Ireland’s built heritage, recognises that the heritage sites operated by Shannon Heritage are of intrinsic historical and cultural value. It is...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test (13 Dec 2022)

Hildegarde Naughton: The information requested is an operational matter for the Road Safety Authority, and I am forwarding the query 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: Aviation Industry (13 Dec 2022)

Hildegarde Naughton: Recognition of all aviation qualifications fall under Regulation (EU) 2018/1139 (the EASA Basic Regulation) and its supporting regulations. The Irish Aviation Authority (IAA), as competent authority for aviation safety regulation in the State, operates under EU direction on the recognition of qualifications. As a consequence of Brexit, the UK is no longer a part of the European Union...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Aviation Industry (13 Dec 2022)

Hildegarde Naughton: The terms and conditions of any flight booking with an airline will determine if refunds or options such as vouchers are due in instances where the flight operates, and the customer does not travel. In instances where a flight is cancelled consumer rights in overseas travel are protected under EU law, which of course applies in Ireland. The EU Regulation (EC) No. 261/2004 sets out the...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Coast Guard Service (13 Dec 2022)

Hildegarde Naughton: Howth Coast Guard Unit operates from a fully equipped station building in the Howth Fishery Harbour Centre that was built by the Office of Public Works in 2001. There is currently no requirement for a new station for the Howth Unit, however, the Coast Guard Station is currently a priority on the Irish Coast Guard Building Maintenance Programme for a proposed extension to the rear of the...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test (13 Dec 2022)

Hildegarde Naughton: As the driving theory test is the statutory responsibility of the Road Safety Authority this question is being referred to the RSA 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 (13 Dec 2022)

Hildegarde Naughton: As Minister for Transport, I do not have any role in, nor would it be appropriate for me to get involved with, how private insurance companies negotiate policy agreements with their clients. However, I can confirm to the Deputy that it remains an offence under the Road Traffic Acts to drive a vehicle in a public place without a valid certificate of roadworthiness. I would also note that any...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test (13 Dec 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 ten days.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test (13 Dec 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 is not received within ten days.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test (8 Dec 2022)

Hildegarde Naughton: The operation of the driver testing service is the statutory responsibility of the Road Safety Authority. I have referred this question to the Authority for reply. I would ask the Deputy to contact my office if a reply has not been received within 10 days. 

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Qualifications Recognition (8 Dec 2022)

Hildegarde Naughton: I understand that previously driving instructors received a National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ) Level 6 Certification on passing the Approved Driving Instructor (ADI) tests conducted by the Road Safety Authority (RSA) which are necessary to become a driving instructor. The NFQ system is operated by Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI) which is the State Agency with the role of...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: National Car Test (8 Dec 2022)

Hildegarde Naughton: I propose to take Questions Nos. 203 to 207, inclusive, together. The operation of the National Car Testing Service is the statutory responsibility of the Road Safety Authority. I have therefore 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: Vehicle Testing (8 Dec 2022)

Hildegarde Naughton: Excessive noise and exhaust emissions from vehicles can have a negative effect on public health, wellbeing and quality of life. I would reassure the Deputy that there is a robust suite of legislation in place in Ireland to regulate against the improper maintenance and upkeep of vehicle exhaust systems.  Under Section 29 of the Road Traffic (Construction, Use and Equipment of...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test (7 Dec 2022)

Hildegarde Naughton: 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 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 (7 Dec 2022)

Hildegarde Naughton: The Road Safety Authority (RSA) has statutory responsibility for the operation of the National Car Testing Service (NCTS). I have therefore referred the Deputy's query to the Authority for direct reply. Minister Ryan and I am very aware of the challenges that the RSA and the NCTS are currently facing to meet demand and the delays which vehicle owners have encountered since the start of this...