Results 341-360 of 11,242 for speaker:Noel Dempsey

Written Answers — Taxi Regulations: Taxi Regulations (27 Oct 2010)

Noel Dempsey: As part of its statutory remit the National Transport Authority (NTA) is responsible for improved access to the transport system and in particular for public passenger transport access for persons with disabilities. In addition, the functions of the CTR will be absorbed into the NTA by the end of the year. I referred the CTR's proposals to the NTA in March 2010 for its consideration and...

Written Answers — Taxi Regulations: Taxi Regulations (27 Oct 2010)

Noel Dempsey: As the Deputy is aware the Commission for Taxi Regulation (CTR) is responsible, under the Taxi Regulation Act, 2003, for the regulation of the small public service vehicles (SPSV) sector. The Act does not provide the CTR with the power to purchase back taxi licences. I do not propose amending legislation to enable the CTR to have such powers in the future. I understand that all new taxi...

Written Answers — Taxi Regulations: Taxi Regulations (27 Oct 2010)

Noel Dempsey: I have received correspondence from the Data Protection Commissioner and the Commissioner for Taxi Regulation (CTR) in relation to information contained in certificates released on request under Section 38(6) of the Taxi Regulation Act, 2003. Upon payment of a fee, Section 38(6) requires the CTR to issue a certificate relating to information relating to a licence granted, including the name...

Macro-Economic and Fiscal Outlook: Statements (27 Oct 2010)

Noel Dempsey: I am pleased to have this opportunity to address the House on the macro-economic and fiscal outlook. In reference to what Deputy Morgan said, I look forward to Sinn Féin submitting its plan to the Department of Finance for costing. We can then have a debate on real issues on how to tackle this crisis. I am particularly interested in seeing a justification for the introduction of a 48% tax...

Macro-Economic and Fiscal Outlook: Statements (27 Oct 2010)

Noel Dempsey: I welcome the fact that Sinn Féin has indicated it will publish that plan. I hope other parties will do likewise and that the Government will be in a position to put its plans forward so that the House can have a real and balanced debate. The scale of the commitment we have made in the House to reduce the deficit to 3% of GDP in 2014, will be a very difficult one. As has been said by many...

Written Answers — Departmental Staff: Departmental Staff (21 Oct 2010)

Noel Dempsey: I can advise the Deputy that the information requested is currently being compiled and I will forward it to the Deputy as soon as it is available.

Written Answers — Road Network: Road Network (21 Oct 2010)

Noel Dempsey: The N53 Ballynacarry Bridge scheme was discussed at the Transport sectoral meeting of the North South Ministerial Council on 3 April 2009. At the Council meeting I and my Northern counterparts noted that the Ballynacarry Bridge was not included in existing road investment plans and agreed that once the necessary studies were completed consideration would then be given to the priority to be...

Order of Business (21 Oct 2010)

Noel Dempsey: The Deputy is showing his lack of experience.

Order of Business (21 Oct 2010)

Noel Dempsey: Deputy Kenny should stop digging.

Order of Business (21 Oct 2010)

Noel Dempsey: The Deputy has been ruled out of order.

Order of Business (21 Oct 2010)

Noel Dempsey: They will not take much comfort from looking at the Deputy.

Order of Business (21 Oct 2010)

Noel Dempsey: Good man, make a sensible contribution. You get up every day and make a fool of yourself.

Written Answers — Road Traffic Offences: Road Traffic Offences (20 Oct 2010)

Noel Dempsey: I propose to take Questions Nos. 184 and 186 together. It is illegal under the current legislation to drive under the influence of drugs in Ireland. Enforcement of the law on driving under the influence of drugs is a matter for An Garda Síochána. When a member of the Garda suspects that a motorist is driving under the influence of any intoxicant, the Garda may arrest the driver under...

Written Answers — Public Transport: Public Transport (20 Oct 2010)

Noel Dempsey: This is an operational matter for Bus Éireann and Dublin Bus and the information requested by the Deputy is available from the companies directly.

Written Answers — Departmental Staff: Departmental Staff (20 Oct 2010)

Noel Dempsey: The information requested by the Deputy is set out in the following table. Number of Staff employed by area: Name of area Entitlement Processing Inspections IT HR Procurement Legal Services Number of staff 0 39.6 32 16.23 6 2 Staff employed on inspections covers aviation security, marine survey, ship and port safety and security inspections. Staff in the IT area includes essential IT...

Written Answers — Departmental Staff: Departmental Staff (20 Oct 2010)

Noel Dempsey: Details as requested by the Deputy for 2008 and 2009 are contained in the following table. Temporary Contracts and costs Department/ Agency 2008FTE Number 2008Cost 2009FTE Number 2009Cost Department of Transport 33 €198,530 8 €59,683 Railway Safety Commission (RSC) 1 €25,000 1 €25,000 Medical Bureau of Road Safety(MBRS) 1 €15,000 0 0 Road Safety Authority (RSA) 47...

Written Answers — Road Traffic Accidents: Road Traffic Accidents (20 Oct 2010)

Noel Dempsey: It is an unfortunate fact that younger drivers are disproportionately represented in traffic accidents, in this jurisdiction and others. Actions 72, 73 and 74 of the Road Safety Strategy 2007–2012 relate to the introduction of a Graduated Driver Licensing System (GDLS), and the Strategy outlines a range of measures to be considered in relation to the GDLS. The aim of a GDLS is to improve...

Written Answers — Public Transport: Public Transport (20 Oct 2010)

Noel Dempsey: Exchequer subvention for public services obligation services (PSO) was paid to the Railway Procurement Agency (RPA) in 2009. Since December 2009 payment of subvention in respect of PSO services is a matter for the National Transport Authority. I understand no subvention has been paid to the RPA in 2010.

Written Answers — Road Network: Road Network (19 Oct 2010)

Noel Dempsey: 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. I understand from Clare County Council that the EIS and Preliminary Design Report for the project in question are now complete and are expected to be submitted shortly. Further progress on project such as...

Written Answers — National Emergency Plan: National Emergency Plan (19 Oct 2010)

Noel Dempsey: The Department for the Environment, Heritage and Local Government has overall responsibility under the Emergency Planning Framework for severe weather issues.