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Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Taxi Regulations (5 Mar 2019)

Shane Ross: I propose to take Questions Nos. 449 and 450 together. 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 securing the provision of public passenger transport services nationally. It also has national responsibility for integrated local and...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Rail Passengers Data (5 Mar 2019)

Shane Ross: The issue raised is a matter for Iarnród Éireann and I have forwarded the Deputy's question to the company for direct reply.  Please advise my private office if you do not receive a response within ten working days.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Legislative Programme (5 Mar 2019)

Shane Ross: It is my intention to examine the Road Safety Authority Act 2006, in consultation with the Road Safety Authority, to determine if amendments are required, and if so, to prepare the necessary legislation.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test Waiting Lists (5 Mar 2019)

Shane Ross: The Driver Testing Service is provided by the Road Safety Authority. The Authority's target for a national average waiting time for a driving test is no longer than ten weeks. The current average wait time is just over nine weeks.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Road Projects Status (5 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, improvement and maintenance of individual national roads is a matter for Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII) in conjunction with the local authorities concerned.  ...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: National Driver Licensing Service (5 Mar 2019)

Shane Ross: 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 ten days.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Brexit Negotiations (5 Mar 2019)

Shane Ross: The United Kingdom, including Northern Ireland, has indicated it will continue to recognise EU driving licences after Brexit, which of course will include Irish licences. Further information from the UK side is available here: www.gov.uk/government/publications/prepare-to-drive-in-the-e u-after-brexit

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Coast Guard Services (5 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: National Driver Licensing Service (5 Mar 2019)

Shane Ross: 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 ten days.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Brexit Issues (5 Mar 2019)

Shane Ross: I have not discussed the introduction nor amendment of legislation on this matter with the Automobile Association nor any other lobby group, whether Irish or foreign.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Brexit Preparations (5 Mar 2019)

Shane Ross: My Department is reviewing potential arrangements for the exchange of UK driving licences if the UK exits the European Union. These arrangements may involve a formal foreign driver licence exchange agreement and the implementation of the relevant legislation.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Bus Éireann Services (5 Mar 2019)

Shane Ross: The issues raised are a matter for the National Transport Authority (NTA), in conjunction with Bus Éireann, and I have forwarded the Deputy's questions 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: Park and Ride Facilities (5 Mar 2019)

Shane Ross: The National Transport Authority (NTA) have statutory responsibility for the development and implementation of public transport infrastructure in the Greater Dublin Area, including the provision of Bus Park and Ride facilities. Noting their responsibility in relation to this matter, I have forwarded your query to the NTA for their consideration and direct reply.  Please notify my...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Coast Guard Services (5 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: Coast Guard Services (5 Mar 2019)

Shane Ross: On 15 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: Coast Guard Services (5 Mar 2019)

Shane Ross: The Coast Guard has no knowledge of the existence of the group named in the PQ other than through an anonymous email circulated to Oireachtas members.  As matters stand there is only one body in place to represent the interests and concerns of the Coast Guard volunteers which is the Coast Unit Advisory Group (CUAG). This group was established over 20 years...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Rail Services (5 Mar 2019)

Shane Ross: The issue raised is a matter for the Iarnród Éireann and I have forwarded the Deputy's question to the company for direct reply.  Please advise my private office if you do not receive a response within 10 working days.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Sports Organisations (5 Mar 2019)

Shane Ross: Sport Ireland, which is funded by my Department, is the statutory body with responsibility for the promotion, development and co-ordination of sport in Ireland. This includes responsibility for the recognition of sporting organisations as National Governing Bodies. I have referred the Deputy's question to Sport Ireland for direct response. I would ask the Deputy to inform my office if...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Light Rail Projects (5 Mar 2019)

Shane Ross: I propose to take Questions Nos. 468 and 476 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: Public Transport Subsidies (5 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.