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Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Road Traffic Legislation (3 Nov 2015)

Paschal Donohoe: My Department is currently working on a Road Traffic Bill 2015 with the intention of enacting it before the end of the year. It is being drafted by the Office of the Parliamentary Counsel at present. This is the current priority in road traffic legislation, and will be dealt with before work on a consolidation can begin.    After the passage of the 2015 Bill, my...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Tourism Promotion (3 Nov 2015)

Paschal Donohoe: This is an operational matter for Tourism Ireland and one in which I, as Minister, have no role or function.  Tourism Ireland is responsible for promoting the island of Ireland overseas as a visitor destination.  I have referred the Deputy's Question to Tourism Ireland 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: Motor Insurance Coverage (3 Nov 2015)

Paschal Donohoe: In the context of increasing motor insurance premium costs, my Department is not responsible for oversight (including the regulation, consumer protection etc) of the insurance sector.  It falls under the remit of the Minister for Finance.  In addition, the National Competitiveness Council, which is serviced by the Department of Jobs Enterprise and Innovation has recently...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test Centres (3 Nov 2015)

Paschal Donohoe: ​This is an operational matter between the Road Safety Authority and the Office of Public Works. I have referred the Deputy's questions to the Road Safety Authority for direct reply.  Please advise my private office if you do not receive a reply within 10 working days.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Safety (3 Nov 2015)

Paschal Donohoe: Driving instructors may give lessons on public roads (with the exception of motorways, where learner drivers are not permitted), and I have no power to regulate which roads they may choose to use. In the matter of driving tests, these also take place on public roads, other than motorways, and there are no powers for limiting the particular areas used.  The operation...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Aviation Issues (3 Nov 2015)

Paschal Donohoe: Aviation security at Irish and other EU airports is governed by EU Regulation, specifically Council Regulation (EC) 300/2008 and Commission Regulation (EU) 185/2010.  These Regulations are legally binding and are fully reflected in the National Civil Aviation Security Programme (NCASP) for which my Department has responsibility. Under S.I. 551/2012, the IAA is responsible for...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Wild Atlantic Way Project (3 Nov 2015)

Paschal Donohoe: The matter raised by the Deputy is an operational matter for the Board and management of Fáilte Ireland.  I have referred the Deputy's questions to Fáilte Ireland for direct reply.  Please contact my private office if a response is not received within ten working days.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Road Safety (3 Nov 2015)

Paschal Donohoe: ​Under section 14 of the Road Traffic Act 2014, interference with the odometer of a mechanically propelled vehicle, otherwise known as 'clocking' is a criminal offence.  The maximum penalty attaching to this offence on summary conviction is a class C fine (not exceeding €2,500) and/or up to three months' imprisonment.   In recent years, the RSA has enhanced...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Road Safety (3 Nov 2015)

Paschal Donohoe: The National Mileage Register is operated by a private company and I have no role in the matter.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Public Service Contracts (3 Nov 2015)

Paschal Donohoe: ​The issue raised is a matter for the National Transport Authority (NTA) and I have forwarded the Deputy's question 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 Safety (3 Nov 2015)

Paschal Donohoe: I am informed that my colleague Deputy Damien English T.D., Minister of State at the Department of Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation, attended the October 1st European Competitiveness (Internal Market, Industry, Research and Space) Council meeting. At the informal working lunch, the Council took note of the action announced by the European Commission to strengthen controls of car emissions and...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Road Improvement Schemes (3 Nov 2015)

Paschal Donohoe: ​The improvement and maintenance of regional and local roads such as the R336 Bearna-Scrib road is the statutory responsibility of Galway County Council, in accordance with the provisions of Section 13 of the Roads Act 1993-2015. Works on those roads are funded from the Council's own resources supplemented by State road grants.  The initial selection and prioritisation of works...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test Centres (3 Nov 2015)

Paschal Donohoe: ​The operation of the driver testing service is the statutory responsibility of the Road Safety Authority.  I have therefore referred the Question to the Authority for direct response.  I would ask the Deputy to contact my office if a reply has not been received within ten days.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Road Safety Strategy (3 Nov 2015)

Paschal Donohoe: I propose to take Questions Nos. 1178 and 1179 together. ​My Department has been working closely with our transport agencies and with other Government Departments and agencies in preparing for the winter ahead. Arising from this work, the annual "Be Winter Ready" campaign will be launched next week under the auspices of the Office of Emergency Planning. As part of the...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Cycling Policy (3 Nov 2015)

Paschal Donohoe: ​The use of headphones by cyclists is not a specific offence under road traffic legislation.   I have however made the offence of driving a pedal cycle without resonable consideration a fixed charge offence. All road users have a responsibility to behave in a way which is conductive to their safety and that of other road users. A cyclist that puts themselves or...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Public Transport Provision (3 Nov 2015)

Paschal Donohoe: Following consideration of the Fingal/North Dublin Transport study and the recommendations of the National Transport Authority (NTA) arising from this study, the Government has decided that a light-rail link is the optimum long term public transport solution on the Airport/Swords corridor. Accordingly, funding will be made available under the new Capital Plan (2016-2022) for planning, design...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Bus Éireann Services (3 Nov 2015)

Paschal Donohoe: ​The issue raised is a matter for the National Transport Authority (NTA) in conjunction with Bus Éireann and I have forwarded the Deputy's question to the NTA for direct reply.  Please advise my private office if you do not receive a response within ten working days.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Public Transport (3 Nov 2015)

Paschal Donohoe: The National Transport Authority (NTA) has statutory responsibility for the planning and development of public transport infrastructure in the Greater Dublin Area (GDA). The recently published draft Transport Strategy for the GDA (2016 - 2035) was prepared by the NTA in line with its statutory remit. The draft Strategy is subject to a statutory public consultation and...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Roadworthiness Testing (3 Nov 2015)

Paschal Donohoe: Both the National Car Test and the Commercial Vehicle Roadworthiness Test are important preventative measures which continue to make a significant contribution to road safety in this country. While I am conscious of the concerns that are felt by vintage/classic vehicle enthusiasts in respect of roadworthiness testing, I am advised that vehicles registered after...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Public Transport (3 Nov 2015)

Paschal Donohoe: At present, there is no legislation in place to regulate the carriage of passengers by rickshaws. Rickshaws by their nature operate at a local level. Local authorities regulate many activities at local level through bye-laws made under local government regulation. In response to concerns (primarily of a health and safety nature), and following a consultation process with...