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Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Licences (21 May 2019)

Shane Ross: This is a matter for the Road Safety Authority. I have referred the 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: Irish Airlines Superannuation Scheme (21 May 2019)

Shane Ross: The Irish Airlines (General Employees) Superannuation Scheme (IASS) is currently the subject of on-going legal proceedings. As this matter is sub judice it would not be appropriate for me to comment any further on the issue.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Air Services Provision (21 May 2019)

Shane Ross: Developing air links with new emerging markets is a key policy objective for my Department, as outlined in the National Aviation Policy. While Ireland does not currently have an Air Services Agreement with Brazil, in the event that an EU or Brazilian carrier was to express an interest in introducing direct flights between Ireland and Brazil, my Department would work with its Brazilian...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Motor Tax (21 May 2019)

Shane Ross: Motor tax is payable on an annual, half-yearly or quarterly basis. Motor tax taken out on a half-yearly and quarterly basis is charged at 55.5% and 28.25% of the annual rate respectively. Based on the volume of transactions in 2018, the estimated annual cost to the Exchequer of setting the half-yearly and quarterly rates at 50% and 25% of the annual rate...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Bus Services (21 May 2019)

Shane Ross: I propose to take Questions Nos. 585 and 594 together. The issue raised is a matter for the National Transport Authority (NTA) and I have forwarded the Deputy's questions to the NTA for direct reply. Please advise my private office if you do not receive a reply within ten working days.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Road Projects Status (21 May 2019)

Shane Ross: As Minister for Transport, Tourism & Sport, I have responsibility for overall policy and funding in relation to the national roads programme. Under the Roads Acts 1993-2015, the planning, design, and construction of individual national roads is a matter for TII, in conjunction with the local authorities concerned.  Noting the above position, I have referred the...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Anti-Social Behaviour (21 May 2019)

Shane Ross: I propose to take Questions Nos. 587 and 588 together. The safety and security of public transport passengers and staff, including arrangements to deal with anti-social behaviour, are important matters that, first and foremost, must be managed by every public transport company, in conjunction with An Garda Síochána where appropriate. While the vast majority of...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Public Transport Provision (21 May 2019)

Shane Ross: As Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport, I have responsibility for policy and overall funding in relation to public transport.  The National Transport Authority (NTA) has statutory responsibility for the planning and development of public transport infrastructure in the Greater Dublin Area, including BusConnects and bus services generally. Noting the NTA's responsibility in...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Public Service Vehicles (21 May 2019)

Shane Ross: The regulation of the small public service vehicle (SPSV) sector is a matter for the National Transport Authority (NTA) under the provisions of the Taxi Regulation Act 2013.  Also, under this Act, An Garda Síochána (AGS) is responsible for the granting of SPSV driver licences which includes the administration of the associated Garda...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Motor Insurance Costs (21 May 2019)

Shane Ross: The increase in premium costs of motor insurance for all drivers in recent years is certainly cause for concern. It is clear that this, particularly in the couple of years up to 2016, has also affected those working within the Small Public Service Vehicle (SPSV) industry. However, the most recent Consumer Price Index showed that the average cost of motor insurance actually fell by...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Rail Network Expansion (21 May 2019)

Shane Ross: As Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport, I have responsibility for policy and overall funding in relation to public transport.  The National Transport Authority (NTA) has statutory responsibility for the planning and development of public transport infrastructure in the Greater Dublin Area, including the Maynooth line enhancements and the overall DART Expansion programme. ...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Community Involvement Scheme (21 May 2019)

Shane Ross: Firstly I would like to explain that the maintenance of regional and local roads (RLR) is the statutory responsibility of each local authority, in accordance with the provisions of Section 13 of the Roads Act 1993. Works on those roads are funded from local authorities' own resources supplemented by State road grants.  The initial selection and prioritisation of works to be funded...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Road Improvement Schemes (21 May 2019)

Shane Ross: I propose to take Questions Nos. 596 and 597 together. Firstly I would like to explain that the improvement and maintenance of regional and local roads (RLR) is the statutory responsibility of each local authority, in accordance with the provisions of Section 13 of the Roads Act 1993. Works on those roads are funded from local authorities' own resources supplemented as appropriate by...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Bus Services (16 May 2019)

Shane Ross: As Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport, I have responsibility for policy and overall funding in relation to public transport. The National Transport Authority (NTA) has statutory responsibility for the planning and development of public transport infrastructure, including the provision of bus shelters. Noting the NTA's responsibility in the matter, I have referred the Deputy's...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Transport Costs (16 May 2019)

Shane Ross: I presume that the Deputy is referring to the latest CSO Consumer Price Index Statistical release. Questions in relation to economic costs generally and inflation are a matter for my colleague Paschal Donohoe TD, Minister for Finance.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Bus Services (16 May 2019)

Shane Ross: As Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport, I have responsibility for policy and overall funding in relation to public transport. The National Transport Authority (NTA) has statutory responsibility for the planning and development of public transport infrastructure in the Greater Dublin Area, including the provision of bus stops. Noting the NTA's responsibility in the matter, I have...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Road Projects Status (16 May 2019)

Shane Ross: The improvement and maintenance of regional and local roads is the statutory responsibility of each local authority, in accordance with the provisions of Section 13 of the Roads Act 1993. Works on those roads are funded from local authorities' own resources supplemented by State road grants. The initial selection and prioritisation of works to be funded is also a matter for the local...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Road Projects Expenditure (16 May 2019)

Shane Ross: As Minister for Transport, Tourism & Sport, I have responsibility for overall policy and funding in relation to the national roads programme. Under the Roads Acts 1993-2015, the planning, design, budget management and construction of individual national roads is a matter for TII, in conjunction with the local authorities concerned. Noting the above position, I have referred the...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Road Traffic Legislation (16 May 2019)

Shane Ross: As you may be aware, last year, the Cabinet gave approval for publication of a General Scheme of a Bill to amend the Taxi Regulation Act 2013 so as to provide for the regulation of rickshaws. This General Scheme was taken for pre-legislative scrutiny by the Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport, Tourism and Sport on 28 November 2018. As the Deputy will know, priority was accorded both...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Crime Prevention (16 May 2019)

Shane Ross: I am keenly aware of the utmost importance of ensuring the safety of small public service vehicle (SPSV) drivers. However, I should explain that matters of a criminal nature, as well as enforcement in relation to those, are for my colleague, the Minister for Justice and Equality. As assault is a criminal matter, it can only be investigated by members of An Garda Síochána. The...