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Withdrawal of the United Kingdom from the European Union (Consequential Provisions) Bill 2019: Second Stage (Resumed) (27 Feb 2019)

Shane Ross: I am pleased to have the opportunity to present Parts 9 and 10 of this Bill for the consideration of the House. Following intensive work on the formal drafting by the Office of the Parliamentary Counsel and supported by my Department, the Bill was approved by Government for publication last Friday, 22 February. As part of our preparations, we have been working with other Departments, EU...

Saincheisteanna Tráthúla - Topical Issue Debate: Public Transport Provision (27 Feb 2019)

Shane Ross: I understand the Deputy's frustration because a large number of people will be inconvenienced by what happens. To some extent, it is a matter of the greater good because of the chronic traffic situation in Dublin and the need to improve public transport and make journeys by public transport faster and more efficient. I am surprised that the Deputy can mention a case where the NTA has not...

Saincheisteanna Tráthúla - Topical Issue Debate: Public Transport Provision (27 Feb 2019)

Shane Ross: I thank the Deputy for raising this important matter. I sympathise with much of what he said but the remedy is in our hands. Let me make two statements which all sides of this House can agree upon. We need to transform public transport in Dublin, and we need to consult with communities as we embark upon that transformation. I understand the clash portrayed between communities and...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Motor Tax (27 Feb 2019)

Shane Ross: There are no plans currently to review the basis for paying motor tax. On the basis of the current arrangements, the number of motor tax discs issued each year is in the order of some 5m discs. In addition, renewal notices are issued to vehicle owners in the month of expiry of a motor tax disc. The introduction of a facility whereby a motor tax disc can be taken out on a monthly basis...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Roads Maintenance Funding (27 Feb 2019)

Shane Ross: The improvement and maintenance of regional and local roads is the statutory responsibility of the relevant local authority in accordance with the provisions of Section 13 of the Roads Act 1993. Works on those roads are funded from the Council's own resources supplemented by State road grants. Local authorities were notified of the Department's regional and local road allocations for...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Bus Services (27 Feb 2019)

Shane Ross: As the Deputy may be aware work is ongoing to develop a Limerick – Shannon Metropolitan Area Transport Strategy. The Strategywill evaluate the potential for a BusConnects-type investment programme for Limerick and will provide the strategic framework within which public transport will be improved in the area in the years ahead. The National Transport Authority (NTA) is working in...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Bus Services (27 Feb 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: Public Transport (27 Feb 2019)

Shane Ross: As Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport I have responsibility for policy and overall funding in relation to public transport. Under the Dublin Transport Authority Act 2008, the National Transport Authority (NTA) has statutory responsibility for promoting the development of an integrated, accessible public transport network. In light of the NTA's responsibilities in this matter, I have...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Light Rail Projects (27 Feb 2019)

Shane Ross: As the Deputy is 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 Preferred Route", a public consultation which gave rise to much...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Licence Data (27 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: Taxi Data (27 Feb 2019)

Shane Ross: The regulation of the small public service vehicle (SPSV) industry, including the licensing of taxis, is a matter for the National Transport Authority (NTA) under the provisions of the Taxi Regulation Act 2013. Given the particular role of the Authority in these matters, I have referred your question to the NTA for direct reply to you. Please advise my private office if you do not receive a...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Bus Services (27 Feb 2019)

Shane Ross: 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 the planning and development of public transport infrastructure, including the provision of bus stops and bus shelters. Noting the NTA's responsibility in the matter, I have referred...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Parking Charges (27 Feb 2019)

Shane Ross: 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 the planning and development of public transport infrastructure in the Greater Dublin Area, including the Coach Park referred to by the Deputy. Noting the NTA's responsibility in the...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Departmental Expenditure (27 Feb 2019)

Shane Ross: As the Deputy may be aware I have secured significant improved funding allocations over the period 2018-2021 which will benefit both cyclists and walkers. These improved allocations over this period include: - €110 million specifically dedicated to cycling and walking infrastructure in our major urban areas; - €135 million for sustainable urban transport measures; - €750...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Brexit Supports (27 Feb 2019)

Shane Ross: The Department of Business, Enterprise and Innovation is providing extensive supports, schemes and advice to ensure that businesses are prepared for Brexit, and the Department and its agencies are assisting businesses to meet their challenges by identifying key risk areas and the practical preparatory actions to be taken over the coming weeks. The Department of Business, Enterprise and...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Road Projects Status (26 Feb 2019)

Shane Ross: As Minister for Transport, Tourism and 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 operation of individual roads is a matter for the relevant road authority in relation to local and regional roads, or for Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII), in conjunction with the local...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Coast Guard Services (26 Feb 2019)

Shane Ross: 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 public roads. This instruction sets out the existing position as regards their use while driving on public...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test Waiting Lists (26 Feb 2019)

Shane Ross: The driving test service is run by the Road Safety Authority (RSA) and my Department has no input into the scheduling of appointments.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Ministerial Meetings (26 Feb 2019)

Shane Ross: My understanding is that the meeting was organised by Minister of State Paul Kehoe and included a delegation comprising of Rosslare Europort, Wexford County Council, a private freight company (Perennial Freight), and Irish Rail. Ireland's European Commissioner, Phil Hogan, was also in attendance. My office was not contacted about the meeting and no officials from this Department attended.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Military Aircraft Landings (26 Feb 2019)

Shane Ross: I propose to take Questions Nos. 509 and 510 together. This particular civil aircraft was granted an exemption for the carriage of munitions of war in respect of the personal weapons of the troops on board with no ammunition present pursuant to Article 5 of the Air Navigation (Carriage of Munitions of War, Weapons and Dangerous Goods) Orders, 1973 and 1989. This exemption was granted as it...