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Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Offshore Islands (5 Apr 2022)

Hildegarde Naughton: While it is not under the remit of the Department of Transport, it is an objective of this Government to provide the necessary supports for our off-shore islands so that those communities can continue to live, and thrive, on the islands. The Department of Rural and Community Development manages a large suite of transport contracts that provide reliable and affordable mainland connectivity for...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test (5 Apr 2022)

Hildegarde Naughton: The protocols employed for scheduling driving test appointments is an operational matter for the Road Safety Authority, who are statutorily responsible for the operation of the National Driving Test Service. I have therefore referred the Deputy's 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: Legislative Reviews (5 Apr 2022)

Hildegarde Naughton: Legislation for the maritime sector covers a wide timeframe ranging from before the foundation of the State until the present day. The core body of the Merchant Shipping Acts date from 1894 and consists of over 30 subsequent Merchant Shipping Acts. The Irish Maritime Directorate (IMD), made up of the Divisions across the maritime sector within my Department, has a wide-ranging legislative...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Licences (5 Apr 2022)

Hildegarde Naughton: The Road Safety Authority (RSA) had been in discussions with Ukrainian authorities, with a view to considering a driving licence exchange agreement. This process, to examine whether the Ukrainian licensing system is in compliance with the system in Ireland under EU Directive 2006/126/EC, had not been completed before the current conflict in Ukraine. When the process was paused, the RSA had...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test (5 Apr 2022)

Hildegarde Naughton: Approved driving instructors are not employed by my Department or the Road Safety Authority. As independent operators, individual driving schools and instructors are best placed to determine how best to meet demand for driving lessons.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Licences (5 Apr 2022)

Hildegarde Naughton: An appointment to attend in person at a National Driver Licence Service (NDLS) office may be made by telephone on 0818 919 090.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: National Car Test (5 Apr 2022)

Hildegarde Naughton: The operation of the National Car Test (NCT) service is the statutory responsibility of the Road Safety Authority. I have therefore referred the 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. It is however worth noting that under road traffic legislation, all vehicle owners must be in possession...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Tax Data (31 Mar 2022)

Hildegarde Naughton: The information requested is being compiled and will be forwarded to the Deputy in accordance with Standing Orders.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test (31 Mar 2022)

Hildegarde Naughton: Under legislation, the Road Safety Authority (RSA) is the body responsible for the operation of the Driving Test, and as the information requested is held by the Authority I have referred the Deputy's question to the RSA 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: Vehicle Registration Tax (31 Mar 2022)

Hildegarde Naughton: The Vehicle Registration Certificate (VRC) issued by my Department, otherwise known as a log book, is the official ownership document of a vehicle in Ireland. It is issued when a vehicle is registered in Ireland and when payment of the initial motor tax has been completed (for both new and imported vehicles) and upon each change of ownership (other than to a motor dealer) thereafter. The...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Haulage Industry (31 Mar 2022)

Hildegarde Naughton: All road haulage operations for hire or reward are subject to licensing regulations, and in fact unlicensed haulage is an offence under legislation. Any operator who is exempt from the licensing regulations due to the nature of their work – for example, an own account operator – is, by definition, not a haulier. On 15 March 2022, the Government approved an emergency support...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Air Services (31 Mar 2022)

Hildegarde Naughton: The Ireland - Ethiopia Bilateral Air Services Agreement, signed in 2014, allows for the grant of fifth freedom air traffic rights for airlines of both countries, subject to the approval of the respective aeronautical authorities. Ireland traditionally has applied a liberal aviation policy that has proven hugely successful in expanding the international connectivity that is critical in...

Saincheisteanna Tráthúla - Topical Issue Debate: Heritage Sites (30 Mar 2022)

Hildegarde Naughton: I thank Deputy O’Donnell for giving me the opportunity to update the House on this topic. As Members are aware, Shannon Group informed my Department in summer 2020 that it was necessary to consider a comprehensive and radical adjustment to its structure. This was necessary due to the capital investment required to maintain the heritage sites and the lack of expertise in maintaining...

Saincheisteanna Tráthúla - Topical Issue Debate: Heritage Sites (30 Mar 2022)

Hildegarde Naughton: I reiterate that the Government recognises the importance of King John's Castle to the people of Limerick and also to the mid-west region. I too want to compliment Limerick City and County Council for its endeavours and goodwill in regard to the engagement. Work is ongoing between my Department and the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage around that funding gap. We are...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Tax Code (30 Mar 2022)

Hildegarde Naughton: Motor tax for private vehicles is based on either engine capacity or, for vehicles registered since 2008, carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions. In both cases, motor tax rates are based on a graduated banding structure. For engine capacity, vehicles with bigger engines attract a higher rate of motor tax. Where motor tax is based on CO2, which is 83% of the private vehicle fleet, vehicles with...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Licences (30 Mar 2022)

Hildegarde Naughton: A driving licence cannot be renewed more than 3 months before the date of expiry of the licence, as set out in the Road Traffic (Licensing of Drivers) Regulations 2006 (SI 537 of 2006), as amended. When the extension to the validity of driving licences was made under EU Regulations during the Covid-19 pandemic, the expiry date on the driver file for each person affected was updated to the...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: National Car Test (30 Mar 2022)

Hildegarde Naughton: The operation of the National Car Test (NCT) service is the statutory responsibility of the Road Safety Authority and I have therefore referred the 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: Energy Prices (30 Mar 2022)

Hildegarde Naughton: The Government is very much aware of the increased costs that the haulage sector has been facing over recent weeks, including as a result of higher prices for the fuel additive AdBlue. That is why, on 15 March 2022, the Government approved an emergency support measure – the Licensed Haulage Emergency Support Scheme – to address cost pressures in the sector. Details on how to...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Licences (30 Mar 2022)

Hildegarde Naughton: This is a matter for the Road Safety Authority. I have referred the question to the Authority for direct reply. I would ask the Deputy to contact my office if a response is not received within 10 days.

Written Answers — Department of Communications, Climate Action and Environment: Post Office Network (29 Mar 2022)

Hildegarde Naughton: I propose to take Question Nos. 197 to 202, inclusive, together. An Post is a commercial State body with a mandate to act commercially and it is longstanding Government policy that postal services will not be directly subsidised by the taxpayer. An Post has statutory responsibility for the State’s postal service and the post office network. Decisions relating to the network,...