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Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test (2 Feb 2023)

Jack Chambers: I propose to take Questions Nos. 210 and 216 together. The operation of the national driving test service is the statutory responsibility of the Road Safety Authority (RSA).  However, I would like to assure the Deputy that my department is working closely with the RSA as the Authority endeavours to manage the demand pressures and required resourcing as a matter of priority.  ...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test (2 Feb 2023)

Jack Chambers: 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 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 Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test (2 Feb 2023)

Jack Chambers: The operation of the national driving test service is the statutory responsibility of the Road Safety Authority and the information requested on waiting times by centres is held by them. I have, therefore, referred that part of the question to the Authority for direct reply. I ask the Deputy to contact my office if a response has not been received within ten days. On the broader...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test (2 Feb 2023)

Jack Chambers: 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 the question to the Authority for direct reply. I 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 (2 Feb 2023)

Jack Chambers: 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 the question to the Authority for direct reply. I 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 (1 Feb 2023)

Jack Chambers: I propose to take Questions Nos. 72, 73, 74 and 75 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 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...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: National Car Test (1 Feb 2023)

Jack Chambers: The operation of the National Car Testing Service is the statutory responsibility of the Road Safety Authority and I have therefore 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.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test (1 Feb 2023)

Jack Chambers: 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 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: Electric Vehicles (31 Jan 2023)

Jack Chambers: The Programme for Government has committed us to legislating for electric scooters, or e-scooters. The Road Traffic and Roads Bill 2021, which has completed all stages in the Dáil and is now before the Seanad, includes provisions to allow for regulation of the use of e-scooters. The bill defines a new category of vehicle in the Road Traffic Act, 1961 to be called 'powered...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Electric Vehicles (31 Jan 2023)

Jack Chambers: The Programme for Government has committed us to legislating for electric scooters, or e-scooters. The Road Traffic and Roads Bill 2021, which has completed all stages in the Dáil and is now before the Seanad, includes provisions to allow for regulation of the use of e-scooters. The Bill defines a new category of vehicle in the Road Traffic Act, 1961 to be called 'powered...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Heritage Sites (31 Jan 2023)

Jack Chambers: I propose to take Questions Nos. 198 and 201 together. I would like to thank the Deputies for these questions. Government appreciates the important role of Shannon Heritage to the economy of the Midwest region and, in terms of Ireland’s built heritage, recognises that the heritage sites operated by Shannon Heritage are of intrinsic historical and cultural value. As the...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: National Car Test (31 Jan 2023)

Jack Chambers: I propose to take Questions Nos. 202, 220 and 221 together. The operation of the National Car Testing Service is the statutory responsibility of the Road Safety Authority and I have therefore 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.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test (31 Jan 2023)

Jack Chambers: 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 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: Air Services (31 Jan 2023)

Jack Chambers: The EU Regulation (EC) No. 261/2004 sets out the rights and entitlements of airline passengers in instances of flight cancellations, among other matters. It provides that where a flight is cancelled then the air carrier must offer you the choice of re-routing as soon as possible after the original departure time, re-routing at a later date or a refund of the cost of the unused flight ticket....

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Airport Policy (31 Jan 2023)

Jack Chambers: As the Deputy may be aware, the oversight of safety standards at airports is a matter for the Irish Aviation Authority (IAA). Regarding the specific question, I am informed by Shannon Airport Group that it no longer operates a section of the airfield formerly known as ‘Taxiway 11’ as a taxiway. This section of the airfield is used for aircraft parking and is referred to as...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Electric Vehicles (31 Jan 2023)

Jack Chambers: Since July 2019, all electric and hybrid vehicles placed on the market in the EU, including Ireland, are required under Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) 2017/1576 to have an acoustic vehicle alerting system (AVAS) fitted that will automatically emit a noise when travelling at speeds below 20km/h and when reversing to alert pedestrians of oncoming vehicles. The device is obligatory in...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Official Engagements (31 Jan 2023)

Jack Chambers: I am aware that the organizations referred to by the Deputy have a number of concerns regarding electric scooters.  These concerns have been expressed to my Department, and include such matters as where the scooters will be used, speed limits, and the possibility of audio warning devices being required.   When e-scooters first began to appear on our streets, there were no...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test (31 Jan 2023)

Jack Chambers: The Road Safety Authority (RSA) has statutory responsibility for all aspects of the national Driving Test. This includes test applications and scheduling matters. Neither I nor my Department have the power to intervene in individual cases. I believe 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: Ukraine War (26 Jan 2023)

Jack Chambers: Vehicles originating from Ukraine and entering Ireland are required to have a minimum of motor third party liability insurance (MTPL). Ukrainian refugees who remain in Ireland on a temporary basis can ensure their vehicles are insured in a number of ways. A Ukrainian insurer, or the Ukrainian Motor Insurance Bureau can issue an International Motor Insurance Card, commonly referred to...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Electric Vehicles (26 Jan 2023)

Jack Chambers: The Programme for Government has committed us to legislating for electric bicycles, or e-bikes. E-bikes are currently legal to use in Ireland, however, the Road Traffic and Roads Bill 2021, which has completed all stages in the Dáil and is now before the Seanad, includes provisions to clarify the legal position of low-powered e-bikes, also known as pedelecs, and high-powered e-bikes, or...