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Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Electric Vehicles (12 Mar 2019)

Shane Ross: The transition to alternatively fuelled vehicles, including electric vehicles (EVs), is a necessary step-change to effect a substantial reduction in transport emissions. While there are no certainties in predicting future technologies, the full electrification of the national car fleet represents a feasible option. Indications from car manufacturers and energy market analysts suggest that...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Road Signage (12 Mar 2019)

Shane Ross: It is set out in S.I. 181 of 1997, Road Traffic (Signs) Regulations, 1997 that markings for bus lanes should be in white. There are two main reasons why white is chosen over yellow for bus lane markings: The first is retro-reflectivity which is a measure of the reflection of light and which is relevant when driving at nighttime. Higher values of retro-reflectivity can be achieved with white...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Road Traffic Legislation (12 Mar 2019)

Shane Ross: There is nothing set out in Road Traffic law that specifically requires motorists to clear the way for emergency vehicles. Section 51A of the Road Traffic Act 1961, however, clearly states that there is a duty of care on all road users to use public roads with care and consideration for others. This principle is carried through into Section 12 of the Rules of the Road which lays out what to...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Road Safety (12 Mar 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 improvement, maintenance and operation of individual national roads is a matter for Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII) in conjunction with the local authorities concerned. Noting the above position,...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Rural Transport Services Provision (12 Mar 2019)

Shane Ross: 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 response within ten working days.

Saincheisteanna Tráthúla - Topical Issue Debate: Electric Vehicles (7 Mar 2019)

Shane Ross: As there are so many people using these vehicles I acknowledge there is a need for speed in clarifying the situation. I hope to do this today. The emergence of these vehicles, and other such vehicles, is an example of a case where the legislation, while unambiguous as it stands, needs to be reconsidered in the light of new developments, such as those we currently speak of. Any possibility...

Saincheisteanna Tráthúla - Topical Issue Debate: Road Projects Status (7 Mar 2019)

Shane Ross: I thank Deputy Durkan and accept his point about the speed with which this project should be completed. I know that capacity at junction 7, Maynooth is proving to be a challenge but we must await the outcome of the various stages of the project's planning and design before pre-empting the extent of any capacity constraints that may exist. The feasibility working cost is estimated to be in...

Saincheisteanna Tráthúla - Topical Issue Debate: Electric Vehicles (7 Mar 2019)

Shane Ross: I thank Deputy Rock for raising the issue of electric scooters, which provides us with the opportunity to discuss these and similar vehicles. I am aware of the increasing number of electric scooters, electrically-powered skateboards and similar small vehicles on our footpaths and roads. I will start by advising the House of the current legal situation with regard to such vehicles. The...

Saincheisteanna Tráthúla - Topical Issue Debate: Road Projects Status (7 Mar 2019)

Shane Ross: I thank Deputy Durkan for raising this important matter. As Minister, I have responsibility for overall policy and funding in respect of the national roads programme. Under the Roads Acts 1993 to 2015, the planning, design and improvement of individual roads is a matter for the relevant road authority in respect of local and regional roads and for Transport Infrastructure Ireland, TII, in...

Seanad: Nithe i dtosach suíonna - Commencement Matters: Transport Costs (7 Mar 2019)

Shane Ross: I thank Senator Humphreys for raising this issue. I understand his concerns. I hope I will be able to reassure him. I ask the Senator's indulgence for a moment. I will give him my script afterwards. I brought some copies along and I think I left them in the anteroom. I will give the Senator my script afterwards and I will try and answer his questions off-script as well. I agree...

Seanad: Nithe i dtosach suíonna - Commencement Matters: Transport Costs (7 Mar 2019)

Shane Ross: I will respond to that extra minute. You are very indulgent, a Leas-Chathaoirligh.

Seanad: Nithe i dtosach suíonna - Commencement Matters: Transport Costs (7 Mar 2019)

Shane Ross: I know that. Of course you will. In fact, I would rather you would cut me off very quickly given what Senator Humphreys said.

Seanad: Nithe i dtosach suíonna - Commencement Matters: Transport Costs (7 Mar 2019)

Shane Ross: BusConnects is going ahead. Let there be no doubt about that. The Senator should be aware that a consultation process is going on. Many people, including Ministers, are not terribly comfortable with what is happening in their constituencies, which is inevitable in a project of this sort. I have said to my colleagues, I have even said it at the Cabinet meeting, and I say it openly here,...

Seanad: Nithe i dtosach suíonna - Commencement Matters: Transport Costs (7 Mar 2019)

Shane Ross: I cannot comment on the initial cost overruns.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Road Projects Expenditure (7 Mar 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.  Noting...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Road Traffic Legislation (7 Mar 2019)

Shane Ross: As a mechanically propelled vehicle, a motorised scooter should not be used on a footpath.  Person who drives a mechanically propelled vehicle on a footpath will receive a fixed charge of €60 and 1 penalty point.  If convicted in court they may receive a fine of up to €1,000 for a first offence, up to €2,000 for a second or subsequent...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Roads Maintenance (7 Mar 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, including maintenance works, of individual national roads is a matter for Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII) in conjunction with the local...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Road Signage (7 Mar 2019)

Shane Ross: My Department is currently working on an update of the Traffic Signs Manual (TSM) which is expected to be completed shortly.  When issued, key stakeholders such as Local Authorities and An Garda Síochána will be notified.  The Manual will then be available on the Department’s website at www.dttas.gov.ie and. 

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Rail Network Expansion (7 Mar 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 (GDA), including the upgrade and electrification of lines under the DART Expansion...

Withdrawal of the United Kingdom from the European Union (Consequential Provisions) Bill 2019: Committee Stage (Resumed) (6 Mar 2019)

Shane Ross: The answer to Deputy Scanlon is “Yes”, as to whether the Irish licence will be accepted in England. In response to Deputy Troy, people will be all right if the application for conversion is in the system by 29 March.