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

Shane Ross: I propose to take Questions Nos. 470 and 471 together. Irish driver licensing law operates within a framework of EU law. In the case of non-EU jurisdictions, Ireland may make bilateral agreements on licence exchange.  This is not a straightforward matter, there is a process to be followed and it does take some time. Canadian licences are issued by the government of the...

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: Ports Development (5 Mar 2019)

Shane Ross: Following a detailed review of the  Ringaskiddy re-development funding options the Directors of the Port of Cork Company,  in line with Section 15 of the Harbours Act 1996, decided that the Custom House property located at Custom House Quay in the centre of Cork Docklands, would be advertised on the open market for sale. One party expressed a keen interest in purchasing the...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Services for People with Disabilities (5 Mar 2019)

Shane Ross: As Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport I have responsibility for policy and overall funding in relation to public transport. However, I am not involved in the day-to- day operations of public transport. I have explained to the House previously, that under the Dublin Transport Authority Act 2008, the National Transport Authority (NTA) has statutory responsibility for promoting the...

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

Shane Ross: The issue raised is a matter for Bus 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: Driver Test Data (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 10 days.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Licence Renewals (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 10 days.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Public Service Vehicles (5 Mar 2019)

Shane Ross: The regulation of the small public service vehicle (SPSV) industry is a matter for the National Transport Authority (NTA) under the provisions of the Taxi Regulation Act 2013. The NTA administers two grant schemes for this sector - the Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle (WAV) Grant Scheme and the Electric Small Public Service Vehicle (eSPSV) Grant Scheme. Given the role...

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

Shane Ross: The statutory basis for the disabled parking permit is laid out in the Road Traffic (Traffic and Parking) Regulations 1997, as amended, which state that a permit shall be valid for 2 years from its date of issue. In the early years of the scheme one of the organisations responsible for issuing the permits made a case that permits be issued for a 5-year period to...

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

Shane Ross: The National Transport Authority (NTA) have statutory responsibility for the implementation and development of public transport infrastructure, including both Real Time Passenger Information and BusConnects. 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 office if you have not...

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

Shane Ross: I have no immediate plans to introduce free public transport for all users, which would require substantial additional funding by the taxpayer or from other sources.  The National Transport Authority (NTA) has the statutory responsibility for the regulation of fares in relation to public passenger transport services  and also has statutory...

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

Shane Ross: As I explained to the Deputy in response to Question 9239/19 of the 26 February 2019, my Department is responsible for the legislative basis for the Disabled Parking Scheme but not for its day-to-day management.  Operational or pricing matters such as this one fall under the remit of the issuing bodies, the Irish Wheelchair Association (IWA) and the Disabled Drivers Association...

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

Shane Ross: The National Transport Authority (NTA) have statutory responsibility for the development and implementation of public transport infrastructure including PSO fleet acquisition. 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 office if you have not received a reply within 10...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Parking Provision (28 Feb 2019)

Shane Ross: As stated in my reply to the Deputy's Question of yesterday, 27th February, the National Transport Authority (NTA) has statutory responsibility for the planning and development of public transport infrastructure in the Greater Dublin Area, including the Coach Park referred to by the Deputy. As indicated yesterday the Deputy's question has been referred to the NTA for direct reply. Dáil...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Light Rail Projects Provision (28 Feb 2019)

Shane Ross: I propose to take Questions Nos. 203, 209 and 210 together. As the Deputies are aware, the National Transport Authority (NTA) and Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII) are developing revised proposals for public consultation in relation to a "Preferred Route" of the proposed MetroLink. This "Preferred Route" follows on from last year's public consultation on what was known as a "Emerging...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test (28 Feb 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 10 days.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Brexit Issues (28 Feb 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 Republic of Ireland, 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...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: National Driver Licensing Service (28 Feb 2019)

Shane Ross: The information contained in the article is correct. Further information is available on the National Driver Licence Service (NDLS) website at www.ndls.ie/faq.html.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Licences (28 Feb 2019)

Shane Ross: This is a matter for the relevant authorities in the Northern Ireland jurisdiction. I am advised that information is available on the UK government website at www.gov.uk/guidance/prepare-to-drive-in-the-eu-after-brexit.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Road Projects Status (28 Feb 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 the above position, I...