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Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driving Licence Issues (16 Apr 2013)

Leo Varadkar: The EU Directives relating to the format of the new driver licence are Directive 2006/126/EC and Directive 2011/94/EU.  Neither makes any reference to organ donation. Neither makes any reference to organ donation. One of the main purposes of the new EU licence is to provide harmonisation in the level of information in all Member States. The EU Directives provide for a series of...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Tourism Projects Funding (16 Apr 2013)

Leo Varadkar: As indicated to the Deputy in response to his earlier questions on this topic, the matter concerned is an operational matter for Fáilte Ireland.  I am advised that the Deputy has also contacted Fáilte Ireland directly in recent days on this matter, and I expect that he will receive an update from Fáilte Ireland on the matter shortly.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Search and Rescue Service (16 Apr 2013)

Leo Varadkar: The current Helicopter Search and Rescue (SAR) Services contract, which came into operation on the 1 July 2012, will run for 10 years to end June 2022, with a maximum extension date at the Minister's discretion to June 2025 for all or any of the bases. The contract was signed in July 2010 and the agreed financial arrangements provide for monthly standing charges,...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Road Projects Status (16 Apr 2013)

Leo Varadkar: The N2-N3 Link Road is due to open at the end of May and the projected final cost is approximately €23 million. My Department's contribution to the project is €6 million.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driving Tests (16 Apr 2013)

Leo Varadkar: The driver theory test is operated by Prometric on behalf of the Road Safety Authority (RSA). I understand that the interface is very simple, and that candidates are allowed a practice session before beginning the test.  However, candidates for the test can contact Prometric in advance if they have any special needs to be catered for.  Prometric also offer the services of a...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Sporting Events (16 Apr 2013)

Leo Varadkar: The matter raised is an operational matter for Fáilte Ireland.  I have referred the Deputy's Question to Fáilte Ireland 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: Sporting Events (16 Apr 2013)

Leo Varadkar: I am fully supportive of the bid to host the Rugby World Cup in Ireland. It is a matter for the IRFU to prepare and submit a bid.  A feasibility study commissioned by the IRFU on the potential for hosting the tournament was recently presented to me by them and the findings of the report are being considered. It is a matter for the IRFU to prepare and submit a...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Legislative Implementation (16 Apr 2013)

Leo Varadkar: I have had discussions with my colleague, Minister for Justice and Equality, Alan Shatter, T.D., concerning the implementation of section 22 of the Road Traffic Act 2002, as amended by section 63 of the Road Traffic Act 2010. Officials in my Department continue to engage with their counterparts in the Department of Justice and Equality regarding the implementation of the provisions in...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Breath Testing Equipment (16 Apr 2013)

Leo Varadkar: I propose to take Questions Nos. 1405 to 1407, inclusive, together. The Medical Bureau of Road Safety, which comes under the aegis of my Department, has responsibility for the testing, approval and supply of Evidential Breath Testing instruments used in Garda Stations. Accordingly, I have referred the Deputy's Questions to the Bureau for direct reply. I would ask the Deputy to...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Rail Network (16 Apr 2013)

Leo Varadkar: This is an operational matter for CIÉ 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 reply within ten working days.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Public Transport Provision (16 Apr 2013)

Leo Varadkar: 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 reply within ten working days. The person concerned was also in touch with my Department on 4th April last and a reply issued to him the following day advising that the issue was a matter for...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Tourism Promotion (16 Apr 2013)

Leo Varadkar: The promotion of Ireland as a tourism destination, including specific marketing drives and incentives to attract visitors, is an operational matter for the tourism agencies.  Fáilte Ireland is responsible for tourism development generally, including development of tourism facilities and services, establishment and maintenance of accommodation registers, enterprise supports,...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Road Maintenance (28 Mar 2013)

Leo Varadkar: My Department’s share of motor tax receipts in 2012 was €418,535,958.  Of this, €404,524,000 was allocated to the road maintenance and improvement and the balance to meet costs incurred in the operation of the National Vehicle & Driver File (NVDF) and certain Road Safety Authority (RSA) activities.   In addition to this, my Department...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Road Maintenance (28 Mar 2013)

Leo Varadkar: The improvement and maintenance of regional and local roads is the statutory responsibility of each local authority, in accordance with the provisions of Section 13 of the Roads Act 1993. Works on those roads are funded from local authorities own resources supplemented by State road grants.  The initial selection and prioritisation of works to be funded is also a matter for the local...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Tourism Industry (28 Mar 2013)

Leo Varadkar: I propose to take Questions Nos. 252 and 253 together. The matters raised are operational matters for Fáilte Ireland.  I have referred the Deputy's questions to Fáilte Ireland for direct reply.  Please contact my private office if a reply is not received with ten working days.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Ferry Services Provision (28 Mar 2013)

Leo Varadkar: Ireland is already well serviced in terms of ferry connectivity as the market offers a diverse range of viable maritime links in and out of the State.  There are currently six shipping lines providing passenger services, with approximately 500 sailings weekly between Ireland and Britain and continental Europe, depending on the time of year. All ferry companies servicing...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Sports Funding (28 Mar 2013)

Leo Varadkar: The Irish Sports Council, which is funded by my Department, is the statutory body with responsibility for the promotion, development and co-ordination of sport, including the allocation of funding under the High Performance programme. As the Deputy's question relates to the allocation of high performance funding, I have referred it to the Irish Sports Council for direct...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Tourism Industry (28 Mar 2013)

Leo Varadkar: The matter raised is an operational matter for Fáilte Ireland.  I have referred the Deputy's question to Fáilte Ireland for direct reply.  Please contact my private office if a reply is not received within ten working days.

Other Questions: Tourism Promotion (27 Mar 2013)

Leo Varadkar: My Department's role in respect of tourism lies primarily in the area of national policy. It is not involved in the administration of tourism-related funding programmes or in support to specific tourism sectors, which are the responsibility of Fáilte Ireland. Accordingly, I have referred the Deputy's question to Fáilte Ireland for further information and direct reply. As the...

Ceisteanna - Questions - Priority Questions: Tourism Promotion (27 Mar 2013)

Leo Varadkar: According to the latest Central Statistics Office figures, spending by visitors to Ireland increased by 4.5% last year to €3.68 billion.  For holidaymakers, expenditure increased by 10% from North America and by 11% from other long-haul areas.  For mainland Europe, where holidaymaker expenditure grew by 3% overall, spending by German holidaymakers grew by an impressive 19%. ...