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

Shane Ross: The Deputy asked one question that I did not answer because I did not know the answer. It was about whether people would be prosecuted in Northern Ireland if they did not have a green card. The answer to this is I do not know and nor does the Deputy or anybody else because it is a decision for the PSNI. I will not under any circumstances predict what course of action the PSNI will take in...

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

Shane Ross: As part of its contingency planning, the Government has raised this matter directly with the European Commission, seeking agreement from it to set a date from which green cards would not be required. The setting of a date is possible under Article 8.2 of the motor insurance directive. The Commission has not given agreement to date and the Government continues to pursue the matter with it....

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

Shane Ross: It can make the application to the competent authority, either here or in the third country.

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

Shane Ross: They will work together and exchange information, but the body that will make the decision is the one to which the application is made after consultation.

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

Shane Ross: Is the Deputy referring to driving licences?

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

Shane Ross: The position is not quite as simple as that. Currently, under the 1949 road traffic convention, drivers from contracting states carrying a valid driver's licence that enables them to drive on each other's roads for up to one year. As Ireland and the United Kingdom are contracting states to the Geneva Convention, this provision applies and will not change following the date of withdrawal....

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

Shane Ross: I do not propose to accept amendments Nos. 43 to 45, inclusive. I believe it is very clear why I cannot do so. The proposers of the motion fully understood that yesterday. I thank the Sinn Féin Members for what was a very reasonable debate, particularly when they were representing the communities in the Border area and describing the difficulties they face in respect of the green...

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

Shane Ross: I move amendment No. 46:In page 50, line 34, after “passenger” to insert “transport”. On behalf of the Government I propose a technical amendment, No. 46. Under the definition of "international road passenger operator’s licence" within the new section 28A of the Public Transport Regulation Act 2009 the word "transport" has been inadvertently omitted in...

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

Shane Ross: I move amendment No. 47:In page 54, to delete lines 35 to 39 and substitute the following:“(3) Where the third country body has provided notice to the Authority of an application from a carrier to provide services similar to those referred to in section 28G(6) under the law of that country, the carrier may provide such third country bus services under and in accordance with this Part...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Irish Coast Guard Issues (6 Mar 2019)

Shane Ross: There is no change in the policy in relation to use of blue lights and sirens on Coast Guard vehicles. Under SI 694 and 695 of 2011, Coast Guard vehicles can be fitted with blue lights and warning devices. Arising from a safety review internally, the Coast Guard issued a clarification to its volunteers in relation to how these blue lights and warning devices (sirens) should be used on...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Irish Coast Guard Issues (6 Mar 2019)

Shane Ross: On 15th February 2017 as a Commencement Matter in the Seanad, I comprehensively addressed the matter of Coast Guard Services and the proposition that the Coast Guard should be designated as a stand-alone primary response agency. Legislating for a stand-alone agency is an inherently complex task and the volunteer dimension of the Coast Guard's activities adds to that...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: National Car Test (6 Mar 2019)

Shane Ross: This is a matter for the Road Safety Authority (RSA).  Under the Road Safety Authority Act 2006 (Conferral of Functions) Order 2006 (S.I. No.477 of 2006) the RSA has responsibility for the operation and delivery of the vehicle testing arrangements. I have referred the question to the RSA for direct reply and I would ask the Deputy to contact my office if a response is not...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Sports Organisations (6 Mar 2019)

Shane Ross: The organisation and delivery of sport in Ireland is mainly a matter for National Governing Bodies of Sport (NGBs).  NGBs, including those mentioned by the Deputy, are independent and autonomous bodies and any proposals regarding an all-island international team would be a matter for those two organisations.   The organisation of sport on an all-island basis...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Light Rail Projects Status (6 Mar 2019)

Shane Ross: I propose to take Questions Nos. 260 and 262 together. The National Transport Authority (NTA) has statutory responsibility for the development and implementation of public transport infrastructure projects in the Greater Dublin Area, including MetroLink. Noting their responsibility in relation to this matter, I have forwarded your query to the NTA for their consideration and direct reply....

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Bus Services (6 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 reply within ten working days.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Brexit Issues (6 Mar 2019)

Shane Ross: Currently all Irish motor vehicles travelling within the EU are covered by the terms of the EU’s Motor Insurance Directive.  This allows motor vehicles to travel freely between the State, Northern Ireland and Great Britain as well as within other EU countries.  If the UK leaves the EU with a transition period, there should be no immediate change in the position regarding...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test Waiting Lists (6 Mar 2019)

Shane Ross: The average waiting time for each driving test centre is available on the Road Safety Authority website at www.rsa.ie/en/RSA/Learner-Drivers/The-Driving-Test/Test-Wait ing-Times/. This information is updated weekly.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Aviation Industry (6 Mar 2019)

Shane Ross: Regulation on the licensing and registration of drones and drone owners has become an EU competency, under the remit of the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA).   New EU-wide rules will be rolled out in the coming few months, having been developed through technical EU working groups during 2017 and 2018.  Ireland, as an early mover with domestic legislation on drones, has...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Immigration Controls (6 Mar 2019)

Shane Ross: Two domestic routes operate within Ireland; the Dublin to Kerry and the Dublin to Donegal PSO services. These twice daily flights are operated by Stobart Air, trading as Aer Lingus Regional. In 2018, approximately 94,000 passengers were classified as domestic, out of a total of approximately 37 million passengers (0.25%) at all Irish airports.  I should clarify to the Deputy that...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Road Safety (6 Mar 2019)

Shane Ross: My Department is aware of the increasing use of eScooters, electrically powered skateboards and other such vehicles on our roads.  I have requested the Road Safety Authority to research how such vehicles (classified as mechanically propelled vehicles in the Road Traffic Acts) are dealt with (i.e. regulated) in other countries, particularly other Member States. I...