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Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Mountain Rescue Service (24 Jun 2014)

Leo Varadkar: My Department, through the Irish Coast Guard, is responsible for the initiation, control and coordination of maritime emergencies in Irish territorial waters, harbours and coastline. The Coast Guard carries out this function utilising its own assets and declared resources. Currently, mountain rescue teams (MRT) fall under the remit of the Department of Justice and Equality...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Tourism Data (24 Jun 2014)

Leo Varadkar: The collection and publication of official statistics is a matter for the Central Statistics Office (CSO), which is under the aegis of the Department of the Taoiseach.  Not all of the figures sought by the Deputy are readily available. Official overseas visitor statistics can be found in the Tourism and Travel section of the CSO website but are not...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Community Involvement Scheme (24 Jun 2014)

Leo Varadkar: It is assumed that the Deputy is referring to schemes completed under the Community Involvement Scheme in 2013. Please see attached summary table of schemes completed in 2013. The types of work include (but are not limited to) drainage works, strengthening works and surface dressing. Should the Deputy require more detailed information with regard to types of works carried...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Aviation Issues (24 Jun 2014)

Leo Varadkar: I refer to my previous reply to the Deputy in relation to similar correspondence on this matter from the same individual (PQ 25150 /12 Jun).  A brief update of that previous response is provided below. The Expert Panel established to find a solution to the industrial relations issues relating to the IASS presented its final report on 16 June last.  Now that the...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Road Safety (19 Jun 2014)

Leo Varadkar: It has been illegal to hold a mobile phone since the passage and commencement of the Road Traffic Act 2006. Separately, as the Deputy will be aware, it is  an offence under the Road Acts to drive without due care or regard or to drive dangerously. A person who is observed driving dangerously as a result of their cup holding would be liable for prosecution under those...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Regional Road Network (19 Jun 2014)

Leo Varadkar: I refer the Deputy to my answer to Dáil Questions 584 & 596 on the 10th June 2014 on the same matter.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Vehicle Clamping (19 Jun 2014)

Leo Varadkar: The Programme for Government contains a commitment to legislate for vehicle clamping. Following approval by Government, I published the Vehicle Clamping Bill 2014 on the 9th June 2014 which I hope to introduce in the Oireachtas in the near future. Section 101B of the Road Traffic Act 1961 provides for the clamping and/or towing of vehicles illegally parked on the public road by local...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Marine Tourism (19 Jun 2014)

Leo Varadkar: I have no direct role in relation to the sale or future use of this property as this is a matter for the Board and management of Fáilte Ireland.  Accordingly I have referred the question to the agency for direct reply.  Please contact my private office if you do not receive a reply within ten working days.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Road Projects (19 Jun 2014)

Leo Varadkar: As Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport, I have responsibility for overall policy and funding in relation to the national roads programme.  The planning, design and implementation of individual road projects is a matter for the National Roads Authority (NRA) under the Roads Acts 1993 to 2007 in conjunction with the local authorities concerned.   Noting the above position,...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Road Projects (19 Jun 2014)

Leo Varadkar: As Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport, I have responsibility for overall policy and funding in relation to the national roads programme.  The planning, design and implementation of individual road projects is a matter for the National Roads Authority (NRA) under the Roads Acts 1993 to 2007 in conjunction with the local authorities concerned.   Noting the above position,...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Tyre Labelling (19 Jun 2014)

Leo Varadkar: The labelling of tyres to ensure consumers are provided with relevant and comparable information relating to the consumption of energy and other parameters during use is a matter for the Department of Communications, Energy and Natural Resources and my Department has no role in the matter.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Sporting Events (19 Jun 2014)

Leo Varadkar: The European Tour is responsible for the operation of the Irish Open golf tournament and is therefore responsible for the playing field for the event.  However, I note that all the top Irish golfers, who are amongst the biggest draws for spectators, are playing at the event this year despite the many other demands on them.  Attendance figures...

Merchant Shipping (Registration of Ships) Bill 2013 [Seanad]: Second Stage (18 Jun 2014)

Leo Varadkar: It is more than what I tried in the stadium.

Merchant Shipping (Registration of Ships) Bill 2013 [Seanad]: Second Stage (18 Jun 2014)

Leo Varadkar: They have not elected the Deputy yet.

Merchant Shipping (Registration of Ships) Bill 2013 [Seanad]: Second Stage (18 Jun 2014)

Leo Varadkar: I move: "That the Bill be now read a Second Time." I am pleased to introduce the Merchant Shipping (Registration of Ships) Bill 2013 for the consideration of the House. The Bill is one of a number of legislative priorities that are being pursued in my Department. Its aim is to update and modernise ship registration legislation and enhance the safety of ships that operate domestically in...

Topical Issue Debate: Public Service Obligation Services (18 Jun 2014)

Leo Varadkar: I want to confirm for Deputy Griffin that the existing contracts will be extended to February to ensure continuity and no loss of service over the winter period. The Deputy makes some valid points. Government decisions should take account of not only the simple narrow balance sheet but also the wider economic benefits that derive from air connections, whether they be tourism, investment or...

Topical Issue Debate: Public Service Obligation Services (18 Jun 2014)

Leo Varadkar: Under the Regional Airports Programme 2011-2014, Exchequer support for regional airports is provided under a number of schemes, including a public service obligation, PSO, air services subvention. This programme reflects the outcome of the 2010 value for money review of Exchequer expenditure on the regional airports programme. Following the review, a decision was taken to reduce to two the...

Topical Issue Debate: Road Network (18 Jun 2014)

Leo Varadkar: I thank the Deputy for the opportunity to address this issue. Members will know that as Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport, I have responsibility for overall policy and funding in relation to the national roads programme. The planning, design and implementation of individual road projects is a matter for the National Roads Authority under the Roads Acts 1993 to 2007, in conjunction...

Topical Issue Debate: Road Network (18 Jun 2014)

Leo Varadkar: I neglected to reply to the Deputy's question in his introductory remarks. I do not know the exact cost of the project to date but I will ask my office to contact the Deputy with the information. I share Deputy Neville's sense of urgency with regard to this project. Adare is a beautiful tourist village. It is a lovely place to stay and to stop and it would be even nicer if not for all...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Departmental Expenditure (18 Jun 2014)

Leo Varadkar: The details requested by the Deputy are being compiled and will be forwarded to him as soon as possible.