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Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Bus Services (4 May 2023)

Jack Chambers: I thank the Deputy for his continued interest in this matter. In the context of supporting greater connectivity on the island of Ireland, the Government agreed ‘to take forward a review of the potential for Government support to renewed viable air routes from Cork to Belfast and Dublin to Derry, working with the UK Government and Northern Ireland Executive to deliver improved...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Departmental Strategies (4 May 2023)

Jack Chambers: In December 2022, the Government published Ireland’s Road Haulage Strategy 2022–2031, following two phases of public consultation. It is available on Gov.ie. The Strategy highlights the importance of the haulage and road freight sector and addresses seven thematic areas of particular relevance to the industry. These are: 1. Brexit, COVID-19 & Crisis Management 2....

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test (4 May 2023)

Jack Chambers: I propose to take Questions Nos. 39 and 58 together. 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: Air Safety (4 May 2023)

Jack Chambers: Irish airports have procedures in place to handle the risk posed by illegal drone activity, developed in accordance with guidance on managing drone safety risk issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency. Safety critical areas are defined, and a risk assessment is maintained at our airports. These procedures have been reviewed and revised where necessary in light of lessons learned...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Ports Policy (4 May 2023)

Jack Chambers: I propose to take Questions Nos. 63, 65 and 84 together. The Government is committed to ensuring that our national commercial Irish ports are positive contributors to the ORE industry and that Ireland meets the ambitious targets of 7GW of offshore wind (2GW of which is specifically dedicated to green hydrogen) by 2030. Supporting the development of port infrastructure is a core...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Aviation Industry (4 May 2023)

Jack Chambers: As the deputy will be aware, daa has the statutory responsibility to operate, manage and develop Dublin Airport, including the use of the new North Runway. As state bodies under my remit, I have regular engagement with both the IAA and the DAA and I have met with both bodies where current operations at Dublin Airport on the use of the north runway have been discussed. I am aware that...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Aviation Industry (4 May 2023)

Jack Chambers: The upcoming review of Ireland’s National Aviation Policy will provide opportunity for a broad range of policy issues to be examined, and the subject of private jets is one such matter which will be considered.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: National Car Test (4 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 currently facing to meet high demand for...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Maritime Jurisdiction (4 May 2023)

Jack Chambers: At an international level the International Maritime Organization (IMO) has introduced requirements for ships carrying industrial personnel to offshore developments. This is in the form of a new code for such ships referred to as the Industrial Personnel Code (IP Code). This will form a new chapter of the IMO International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS) Convention and it is...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Licences (4 May 2023)

Jack Chambers: European Union Regulation (EU) 2022/1280, which came into force in July 2022, allows Ukrainians residing in Ireland under the Temporary Protection Directive to drive here on their current national driving licences. All categories held on a Ukrainian licence are recognised. However, a person with C or D categories on their licence (trucks or buses) must have a driver certificate of...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test (4 May 2023)

Jack Chambers: The Road Safety Authority (RSA) has statutory responsibility for all aspects of the National Driving Test service. This includes assignment of driver testers. I would firstly like to assure the Deputy that my Department is working closely with the Authority on addressing driver testing waiting times, which is an issue of great concern. The service has been under significant pressure to...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Haulage Industry (4 May 2023)

Jack Chambers: The Government recognises the important role that the haulage sector plays in maintaining Ireland’s essential supply chains and acknowledges the recent cost pressures on haulage businesses. As announced in February the Government approved a new Scheme design, and funding of €18 million for the Licensed Haulage Support Scheme 2023 to assist licensed haulage businesses with cost...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test (4 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, consequently, I understand that those who are eligible and have been...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Ports Policy (4 May 2023)

Jack Chambers: The Government is committed to ensuring that our national commercial Irish ports are positive contributors to the ORE industry and that Ireland meets the ambitious targets of 7GW of offshore wind (2GW of which is specifically dedicated to green hydrogen) by 2030. Supporting the development of port infrastructure is a core objective of the National Offshore Wind Delivery Taskforce and the...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Departmental Bodies (4 May 2023)

Jack Chambers: I would like to thank the Deputy for this question. The Inter-departmental working group met on 23 January, 22 February and 20 April this year. I am pleased to inform the Deputy that a significant financial package has now been agreed to support the transfer of Shannon Heritage to Clare County Council. This financial package which includes up to €6m in Exchequer funding in 2023,...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test (4 May 2023)

Jack Chambers: The operation of the national driving test service is the statutory responsibility of the Road Safety Authority. The service has been under significant pressure to meet unprecedented demand, which is up 28% on 2021 figures. This increase in demand for driving tests and the time to invitation for learner drivers has a number of contributing factors which include an increase in learner...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Maritime Jurisdiction (4 May 2023)

Jack Chambers: Following the receipt of a survey application in respect of the Hebble Sand, the Marine Survey Office (MSO) is proceeding in accordance with its established procedures and a surveyor has been appointed. The next step is for the applicant to make such necessary arrangements for the survey, including the provision of safe access to and onboard the vessel and the provision of any necessary...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test (4 May 2023)

Jack Chambers: The operation of the national driving test service is the statutory responsibility of the Road Safety Authority and the location of test centres is matter for 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: Driver Test (4 May 2023)

Jack Chambers: The operation of the national driving test service is the statutory responsibility of the Road Safety Authority. The service has been under significant pressure to meet unprecedented demand, which is up 28% on 2021 figures. This increase in demand for driving tests and the time to invitation for learner drivers has a number of contributing factors which include an increase in learner...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Road Traffic Accidents (4 May 2023)

Jack Chambers: Unfortunately, there has been an increase in fatalities on our roads over the last 12 months over and above the pandemic period, as well as above 2019 levels. For every fatality there is a family and community severely impacted by this loss. The current road safety framework is set out in the Government’s fifth Road Safety Strategy 2021 – 2030. The Road Safety Authority has...