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Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Electric Vehicles (13 Dec 2022)

Darren O'Rourke: 207. To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if his attention has been drawn to the significant increase in the cost of charging an electric vehicle; the way that he plans to make charging an EV economical to ensure that more persons are encouraged to purchase an electric vehicle; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [61739/22]

Written Answers — Department of Finance: Tax Code (13 Dec 2022)

Darren O'Rourke: 254. To ask the Minister for Finance if he intends to retain the 9% VAT rate for the tourism sector (details supplied); the supports in place for that sector; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [62263/22]

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Climate Action: The Role of the Media and Communications in Actioning Climate Change: Discussion (Resumed) (13 Dec 2022)

Darren O'Rourke: I think it is recognised that there has been an increase and improvement in content which is welcome. I will focus on the nature of programming, how that programming is scheduled and edited and the emphasis on solutions There is a difference between "Liveline" and "Eco Eye" and the political debates of "Prime Time" or "Drivetime". It seems to me that there is not an adequate focus on...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Climate Action: The Role of the Media and Communications in Actioning Climate Change: Discussion (Resumed) (13 Dec 2022)

Darren O'Rourke: I am specifically interested in the focus on political debate. I appreciate the focus on solutions in programmes such as "Hot Mess" or "Eco Eye" but I am referring to the political discourse and debate. In my opinion, there is a need to shine a light on difference at the expense of a focus on solutions.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Climate Action: The Role of the Media and Communications in Actioning Climate Change: Discussion (Resumed) (13 Dec 2022)

Darren O'Rourke: I suggest there is significant opportunity to improve the nature of the climate debate. This could be done by means of an editorial emphasis on solutions rather than on whether people are pro- or anti-LNG. It could reasonably be suggested that RTÉ is not simply reflecting these differences but is driving and sustaining them. For example, when is the last time RTÉ had a focus on...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Climate Action: The Role of the Media and Communications in Actioning Climate Change: Discussion (Resumed) (13 Dec 2022)

Darren O'Rourke: I have two questions. First, on the issue of the expert and the broadcaster on an individual show, how has RTÉ responded in the area of research capacity or training for individual broadcasters or the team? It is a very technical area. We are doing things in this country we have never done before. There are new ideas and concepts in terms of climate research capacity and training...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Climate Action: The Role of the Media and Communications in Actioning Climate Change: Discussion (Resumed) (13 Dec 2022)

Darren O'Rourke: Is it the same for scientists and expert contributors for example?

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Climate Action: The Role of the Media and Communications in Actioning Climate Change: Discussion (Resumed) (13 Dec 2022)

Darren O'Rourke: What about the research capacity and training for broadcasters, producers and programme teams?

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Climate Action: The Role of the Media and Communications in Actioning Climate Change: Discussion (Resumed) (13 Dec 2022)

Darren O'Rourke: It is welcome to hear that. Is there much resistance, opposition or dismissal of this move?

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Climate Action: The Role of the Media and Communications in Actioning Climate Change: Discussion (Resumed) (13 Dec 2022)

Darren O'Rourke: Yes.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Climate Action: The Role of the Media and Communications in Actioning Climate Change: Discussion (Resumed) (13 Dec 2022)

Darren O'Rourke: I welcome that.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport, Tourism and Sport: Provision of Bus Services in Dublin: Discussion (Resumed) (13 Dec 2022)

Darren O'Rourke: I thank the representatives for their opening statements. Could I deal with the staffing issue concerning Dublin Bus and Go-Ahead Ireland? Since the last time the representatives were here to discuss this matter, there has been significant progress. That is welcome. How many drivers does Go-Ahead Ireland need to meet its current contracted routes? Does it have a figure for the end of...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport, Tourism and Sport: Provision of Bus Services in Dublin: Discussion (Resumed) (13 Dec 2022)

Darren O'Rourke: For current contracts?

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport, Tourism and Sport: Provision of Bus Services in Dublin: Discussion (Resumed) (13 Dec 2022)

Darren O'Rourke: I thank Mr. Edwards. Could the Dublin Bus representatives answer the same questions?

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport, Tourism and Sport: Provision of Bus Services in Dublin: Discussion (Resumed) (13 Dec 2022)

Darren O'Rourke: I apologise to the witnesses for that interruption. What are the barriers to recruitment as Mr. Hann sees them? An issue has been identified around essential paperwork.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport, Tourism and Sport: Provision of Bus Services in Dublin: Discussion (Resumed) (13 Dec 2022)

Darren O'Rourke: That is a significant number, which is why I am asking that question. There are pinch points and recruitment and capacity challenges at the minute at a time when the services are expanding. Will we ever get ahead of it? What is Mr. Hann's sense of what next year will look like in terms of recruitment? Are there immediate issues he could ask the committee to raise in terms of trying to...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport, Tourism and Sport: Provision of Bus Services in Dublin: Discussion (Resumed) (13 Dec 2022)

Darren O'Rourke: Are there measures Mr. Hann could ask the committee to raise that could improve the delivery of those numbers?

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport, Tourism and Sport: Provision of Bus Services in Dublin: Discussion (Resumed) (13 Dec 2022)

Darren O'Rourke: I saw a media report. That is not resolved yet but it is an issue.