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Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Road Network (2 Apr 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 improvement of individual national roads is a matter for Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII) in conjunction with the local authorities concerned.  ...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Licences (2 Apr 2019)

Shane Ross: This facility is already available on the current plastic learner permits and driving licences.  When applying for a learner permit or driving licence, the applicant has the option to tick a box on the application form if they wish to become an organ donor. If this box is ticked, the code 115 will appear  on their permit or licence.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Public Transport (2 Apr 2019)

Shane Ross: As Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport I have responsibility for policy and overall funding in relation to public transport. However, I am not involved in the day-to- day operations of public transport. Under the Dublin Transport Authority Act 2008, the National Transport Authority (NTA) has statutory responsibility for promoting the development of an integrated, accessible public...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Swimming Pool Programme (2 Apr 2019)

Shane Ross: The key policy objective of the Sport area of my Department is “To contribute to a healthier and more active society by promoting sports participation and supporting high performance and the provision of facilities.”  Within the Sport area, the Sports Capital Programmes Division facilitates the building and maintenance of sports facilities by clubs, local authorities and...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Road Network (2 Apr 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, including appraisal of their environmental impact, is a matter for Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII) in...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Tourism Promotion (2 Apr 2019)

Shane Ross: It is now almost one year since I launched the Ireland's Hidden Heartlands tourism experience brand.  I am satisfied with progress so far and the area has great potential for further development. As a tourism experience brand, Ireland’s Hidden Heartlands stands to benefit from a broad programme of Fáilte Ireland supports.  Initial investment has been designed to help...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Brexit Issues (2 Apr 2019)

Shane Ross: Let me explain first what the Green Card system is.  Green Cards were introduced before the Treaty of Rome, as a way of facilitating travel within Europe.  Before the creation of the Green Card system, persons travelling with mechanically propelled vehicles between countries had to make separate insurance arrangements and carry separate documentation for each country...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Legislative Process (2 Apr 2019)

Shane Ross: As the Deputy will be aware, a draft Irish Aviation Authority (Amendment) Bill was discussed at the Joint Committee on Transport, Tourism and Sport in November 2017 as part of pre-legislative scrutiny.  As explained during that session, the purpose of the Bill was to provide an additional funding stream for the IAA - by way of an industry levy - in respect of its civil aviation...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Public Transport (2 Apr 2019)

Shane Ross: The Deputy will be well aware of the need to transform public transport.  In order to embark on that transformation, the relevant agencies of course need to consult with communities. Since the launch of BusConnects and MetroLink, the NTA has engaged in an extensive consultation process with citizens and community groups across the city. There's been a wealth of information...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Light Rail Projects (2 Apr 2019)

Shane Ross: I refer the Deputy to my reply to his previous question Priority Question No. 5 which I answered earlier.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Light Rail Projects (2 Apr 2019)

Shane Ross: I propose to take Questions Nos. 37 and 60 together. 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 MetroLink.  ...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Road Projects Expenditure (2 Apr 2019)

Shane Ross: The planning and implementation of the A5 upgrade project is the responsibility of the Northern Ireland authorities.   The current funding arrangements in relation to the A5 are governed by the Stormont House Agreement and Implementation Plan - A Fresh Start. Under this  Agreement the Government is committed to provide funding of £75 million (sterling) towards the...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Road Projects (2 Apr 2019)

Shane Ross: The improvement and maintenance of regional and local roads is the statutory responsibility of the relevant local authority in accordance with the provisions of Section 13 of the Roads Act 1993. Works on those roads are funded from the Council's own resources supplemented by State road grants. With regard to upgrading the East - West road linking Dundalk to Cavan it should be noted...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Bus Services (2 Apr 2019)

Shane Ross: The issue raised is a matter for Bus Éireann, in conjunction with the National Transport Authority, and I have forwarded the Deputy's question to the company 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: Road Projects (2 Apr 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 Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII) in conjunction with the local authorities concerned.  ...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Dublin Bus Fleet (2 Apr 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 responsibility for ensuring the development and delivery of public transport infrastructure including the provision of additional buses to the PSO bus fleet in Dublin.  I am aware that the overall bus fleet...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Licences (2 Apr 2019)

Shane Ross: I have asked my officials, in consultation with my colleague, the Minister for Justice and Equality, to re-examine the question of whether we should issue driving licences to asylum-seekers. I understand that the Minister for Justice and Equality is seeking background material from the European Migration Network as to interpretation and implementation of Article 12 of Directive...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Rural Transport Services (2 Apr 2019)

Shane Ross: As Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport I have responsibility for policy and overall funding in relation to public transport. The Deputy will be aware that in recognition of the value and benefit of rural transport to many communities, the Programme for a Partnership Government undertakes to examine how best to improve integration of services in the rural bus network within...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Swimming Pool Programme (2 Apr 2019)

Shane Ross: I refer the Deputy to my reply to his similar question on this matter today (Question No. 28 refers) in which I set out my role in this matter and which I have copied below for the Deputy's information.  The key policy objective of the Sport area of my Department is “To contribute to a healthier and more active society by promoting sports participation and...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Military Aircraft Landings (2 Apr 2019)

Shane Ross: This aircraft was granted an exemption for the carriage of munitions of war in respect of the personal weapons of the troops on board with no ammunition present pursuant to Article 5 of the Air Navigation (Carriage of Munitions of War, Weapons and Dangerous Goods) Orders, 1973 and 1989.