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Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Public Transport (5 Feb 2019)

Shane Ross: The Deputy refers to a 2015 proposal, submitted by the company Uber, for a pilot ridesharing scheme which was to be based in the Limerick area. In order for such a proposed scheme to be implemented, amendments to both primary and secondary legislation would have been needed. These changes would have presented a significant change to policy. The current regulatory regime that is in place for...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Brexit Preparations (5 Feb 2019)

Shane Ross: I have not met with Dover Port officials as it would be inappropriate in light of ongoing Brexit negotiations. I have, however, met my UK counterpart, Secretary of State for Transport Chris Grayling on Brexit matters on three occasions over the past 20 months. In relation to the most recent meeting of 8 November, the parameters of the discussion were clearly communicated to the...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Brexit Preparations (5 Feb 2019)

Shane Ross: Neither I nor my officials have met with officials from Dover Port as it would be inappropriate in light of ongoing negotiations. I have, however, met my UK counterpart, Secretary of State for Transport Chris Grayling on Brexit matters on three occasions over the past 20 months. In relation to the most recent meeting of 8 November, the parameters of the discussion were clearly...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Brexit Preparations (5 Feb 2019)

Shane Ross: On Monday 21st January, my Department hosted a Freight Forum with stakeholders from the freight and maritime sectors, including industry representative bodies in haulage, to inform them of the latest Brexit developments. My Department along with the Department of Foreign Affairs, Revenue Commissioners and the Department of Agriculture addressed the group, stressing the importance of...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test Waiting Lists (5 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. It should be stressed that there has been no recent change to the legal position of drivers with learner permits. The recent legislation has only strengthened existing enforcement provisions...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Electric Vehicles (5 Feb 2019)

Shane Ross: The Electric Vehicle (EV) Toll Incentive Scheme was developed through the Low Emission Vehicle Taskforce as part of a wider suite of incentives aimed at supporting the national transition towards lower emitting vehicles. The reduced tolling regime was introduced to encourage private car commuters who regularly use tolled roads to consider switching to EVs. It is estimated that there are...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Air Services Provision (5 Feb 2019)

Shane Ross: I propose to take Questions Nos. 572 and 573 together. The Government recently approved the text of a bilateral Air Service Agreement with Egypt. Dail approval has also been secured to allow Ireland sign and ratify the Agreement. It is understood that the Agreement will be formally signed by both States in the very near future. Any decision made with regard to the operation of air services...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Taxi Regulations (5 Feb 2019)

Shane Ross: The regulation of the small public service vehicle (SPSV) industry, including fare payment methods, is a matter for the National Transport Authority (NTA) under the provisions of the Taxi Regulation Act 2013. Given the role of the NTA in this regard, I have referred the Deputy's question to the Authority for direct reply. Please contact my private office if you do not receive a reply within...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Rail Network (5 Feb 2019)

Shane Ross: The issue raised is a matter for Iarnród 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: Driver Test Waiting Lists (5 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: Rail Services (31 Jan 2019)

Shane Ross: The proposal for free InterRail across the EU referred to by the Deputy is a European Commission initiative which was launched following a proposal from the European Parliament. I understand that just over 14,500 free travel passes have been allocated to 18-year-olds from across the European Union for travel in 2019. The passes were allocated by means of an online competition and the...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test Waiting Lists (31 Jan 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. Learner drivers on their first learner permit must wait 6 months before sitting a driving test. There is no requirement to wait a further 6 months to sit the test again. The current average wait time for the Limerick test centre is 11 weeks. I would like...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Road Projects Status (31 Jan 2019)

Shane Ross: As Minister for Transport, Tourism & 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 construction of individual national roads is a matter for Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII) in conjunction with the local authorities concerned. Noting the above position, I...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test Waiting Lists (31 Jan 2019)

Shane Ross: The average waiting time for each driving test centre, and the longest waiting time, is available on the Road Safety Authority website at www.rsa.ie. I have referred your question re the number of persons awaiting a driving test date 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: Driver Test Waiting Lists (31 Jan 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: Driver Test Data (31 Jan 2019)

Shane Ross: This information is available on the Road Safety Authority website www.rsa.ie.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test Data (31 Jan 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: Driver Test Regulations (31 Jan 2019)

Shane Ross: As Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport I have responsibility for policy and overall funding in relation to public transport. However, the National Transport Authority (NTA) has statutory responsibility for securing the provision of public transport passenger services nationally, including the provision of bus services in rural areas. It also has national responsibility for...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Rural Transport Services (31 Jan 2019)

Shane Ross: I propose to take Questions Nos. 218 and 219 together. 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 securing the provision of public passenger transport services nationally. It also has national responsibility for integrated local and...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Taxi Data (31 Jan 2019)

Shane Ross: As the Deputy is aware, 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...