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Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Public Transport Review (16 Oct 2012)

Leo Varadkar: The issues raised are matters 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 reply within ten working days.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Legislative Programme (16 Oct 2012)

Leo Varadkar: I have no role in the trade of second hand tyres or in the other matters referred to by the Deputy in the Question, which relate to matters of trade, environmental protection and revenue collection.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Air Services Provision (16 Oct 2012)

Leo Varadkar: Under Irish Takeover Panels rules, Ryanair's recent takeover Offer for Aer Lingus has lapsed and is no longer capable of completion following the European Commission's decision to undertake an in-depth examination (a Phase II examination) of the offer under EU merger control rules. The Commission announced its decision to undertake an in-depth examination of the Offer on 29th...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Ports Development (16 Oct 2012)

Leo Varadkar: Rosslare Europort is an important part of our commercial port network and the fourth largest port in the State in terms of total tonnage handled. In addition to its importance as a commercial freight port, it also serves as the State’s second biggest passenger port after Dublin. Clearly therefore the port has functions of a national significance in terms of trade facilitation, as a...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Road Maintenance (16 Oct 2012)

Leo Varadkar: As Minister for Transport, Tourism & Sport, I have responsibility for overall policy and funding in relation to the national roads programme.  The planning, design and maintenance of individual national roads is a matter for the National Roads Authority (NRA) under the Roads Acts 1993 to 2007 in conjunction with the local authorities concerned. Within its capital budget, the...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driving Licence Issues (16 Oct 2012)

Leo Varadkar: While I appreciate the difficulties posed for people who are on learner permits and who need to drive to work,  the overriding consideration in driver licensing law must be the safety of all road users. The Graduated Driver Licensing System (GDLS), which is being introduced through a total of nine measures, is aimed at improving the driver learning process through a...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: EU Funding (16 Oct 2012)

Leo Varadkar: While the Government has not applied nor have we plans to apply for funding under the current TENT Programme (2007-2013), a number of state agencies have sought and been approved funding since the programme commenced in 2007. All applications are routed through a Government Department to ensure policy fit and as a legal requirement for a TENT project...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Sports Funding (16 Oct 2012)

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 current expenditure funding to National Governing Bodies of Sport (NGBs). I have referred the Deputy's question to the Irish Sports Council for direct reply. I would ask the Deputy to contact my...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Sports Funding (16 Oct 2012)

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 to National Governing Bodies of Sport and for the High Performance Programme.  I am informed by the Irish Sports Council that they are carrying out a full review of the...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Sports Funding (16 Oct 2012)

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 to National Governing Bodies of Sport (NGBs) and for the High Performance Programme. The development of High Performance Plans by NGBs is a matter for the Irish Sports Council. I have...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Departmental Banking (16 Oct 2012)

Leo Varadkar: The list of bank accounts operated by or on behalf of my Department is in the attached table.  In 2011 bank charges amounted to €914.00.  It is anticipated that the total figure for 2012 will be less due to increased use of the banking-on-line facility.  Standard banking terms and conditions apply to all accounts and there are no special arrangements in place relating to...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Tribunals of Inquiry Reports (16 Oct 2012)

Leo Varadkar: I can confirm to the Deputy that my Department is not involved in any proceedings arising out of the findings of the Moriarty Tribunal.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Public Sector Staff Career Breaks (16 Oct 2012)

Leo Varadkar: I propose to take Questions Nos. 741 and 742 together. In my Department, thirteen staff availed of the incentivised career break scheme.  Two of the thirteen applied successfully for a further extension.  In total there are currently eight staff on career breaks, three of whom are on the incentivised scheme.  Staff on career breaks are not included in staff...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driving Licences (11 Oct 2012)

Leo Varadkar: We are in the process of introducing a Graduated Driver Licensing System (GDLS) in Ireland, which will include nine components developed by the Road Safety Authority and published in September 2010.  A GDLS is a stepped approach to the driver learning process which focuses on acquiring experience and skills rather than simply on passing a test. A number of the GDLS components have...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: The Gathering (11 Oct 2012)

Leo Varadkar: It is not envisaged that direct funding or grants will be provided for ‘The Gathering Ireland 2013’ events on the ground except for selected and targeted major events and festivals.  However, a series of community meetings are coming to a close across the country by the Gathering Team to help individuals and communities to organise their...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: State Airports (11 Oct 2012)

Leo Varadkar: I have no statutory function in relation to this issue which is a matter for Cork Airport Authority (CAA). Airport charges at Cork Airport are set by the CAA.  Accordingly, I have forwarded the Deputy's question to the CAA for direct reply to the Deputy.   Please advise my private office if you do not receive a reply within ten working days.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Departmental Expenditure (11 Oct 2012)

Leo Varadkar: The information requested by the Deputy is being compiled and will be forwarded as soon as possible. Money allocated by the agencies under the aegis of my Department is a matter for the agencies themselves. The Deputy's Question will be forwarded to them for direct response. If you do not hear back within 10 working days please contact my private office.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Pilot Training Colleges (11 Oct 2012)

Leo Varadkar: The subject matter of this particular question, i.e. the licensing/approval of flight training schools is the statutory responsibility of the Irish Aviation Authority, and I have referred the question to them for direct reply.  I would ask the Deputy to contact my office if a reply has not been received within ten days.  

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Road Project Contracts (11 Oct 2012)

Leo Varadkar: The Bishop O'Donnell/Seamus Quirke Road Improvement Scheme in Galway City consists of a widening to dual carriageway of 1.6km of the existing single carriageway and allows for bus and cycle lanes in each direction. I understand from Galway City Council that it was a condition of An Bord Pleanala's planning decision that bus lanes were to form part of the road scheme....

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Road Maintenance (11 Oct 2012)

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...