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Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Ferry Services (7 Dec 2021)

Hildegarde Naughton: The regulatory requirements for registration of persons onboard passenger ships operating on domestic voyages do not prescribe mandatory reporting to the IRCG. The European Union (Registration of Persons Sailing on board Passenger Ships) Regulations 2019 require that such information must be logged ashore with a passenger registrar, responsible for the transmission of information on...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Departmental Contracts (7 Dec 2021)

Hildegarde Naughton: On 27 July 2021, the Government agreed to commence the formal procurement process for a new Coast Guard aviation service. The decision was based on a detailed appraisal and business case prepared in accordance with the Public Spending Code. The procurement process will will be undertaken in line with the Government Decision of 27 July 2021 and with EU procurement law, most notably...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Departmental Contracts (7 Dec 2021)

Hildegarde Naughton: The Irish Aviation Authority (IAA) exercises safety oversight of the aviation Search and Rescue operator through its Air Operator Certificate (AOC) and a National Search & Rescue Approval. The role of the IAA concerning Search and Rescue covers both the aviation safety regulation and oversight of Search and Rescue operations performed by air, the operator, and the aircraft, as well as...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Ferry Services (7 Dec 2021)

Hildegarde Naughton: The Merchant Shipping Act, 1992, as amended, is the primary legislation relevant to the operation of passenger ships and passenger boats operating on domestic voyages in Ireland. Passenger ships are required to undergo annual surveys undertaken by the Marine Survey Office (MSO) for the issue of a Passenger Ship Certificate. For passenger boats, the requirement is for a biennial inspection by...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test (7 Dec 2021)

Hildegarde Naughton: All enquires relating to driver theory test are handled by the Driver Theory Test Service, provided by the Road Safety Authority (RSA). My Department does not have access to individual applications. I have forwarded the Deputy's query to the RSA for direct reply. If he has not heard from them in 10 working days I would ask that he contact my office directly.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Aviation Industry (7 Dec 2021)

Hildegarde Naughton: This is a matter for the Irish Aviation Authority (IAA) as the competent authority for aviation safety regulation in Ireland. The Deputy's question has been referred to the IAA for a direct reply.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Ferry Services (7 Dec 2021)

Hildegarde Naughton: I propose to take Questions Nos. 173 and 174 together. I propose answering parliamentary questions 60087 and 60088 together. My Department, in conjunction with the IMDO, have been keeping the issue of direct shipping routes to the Continent under close review both in the context of Brexit and the COVID-19 pandemic. Since January 2019, my Department has had very regular discussions with...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Haulage Industry (7 Dec 2021)

Hildegarde Naughton: I am keenly aware of the difficulties caused by the shortage of HGV drivers, given that the road haulage sector has a highly important role in our economy. The HGV driver shortage is a challenge here in Ireland and throughout Europe. It is a multifaceted issue with a range of different contributing factors, including the COVID-19 pandemic, which has clearly had a significant impact on the...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Haulage Industry (7 Dec 2021)

Hildegarde Naughton: I will ask my officials to provide the information to the Deputy when is it obtained.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Aviation Industry (7 Dec 2021)

Hildegarde Naughton: The Convention on International Civil Aviation (the Chicago Convention) adopted in 1944, established a framework of rules and best practice for the operation of civil aviation internationally, It also established the International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO), an agency of the United Nations charged with coordinating and regulating international air transport. Ireland is a signatory to...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Covid-19 Pandemic (7 Dec 2021)

Hildegarde Naughton: The Covid-19 pandemic has had a significant business impact on carriers. Throughout the pandemic they have kept chains open to ensure vital supplies such as vaccines were delivered to this country. Carriers have been dealing with rapidly changing rules and regulations for many different countries throughout the world, checking multiple non-standard documents. In view of this I do not...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Licences (7 Dec 2021)

Hildegarde Naughton: As set out in the Programme for Government, the Government is acting to improve conditions for people in the International Protection Programme, including access to the driving licence system. However, a number of legal, administrative and technical issues need to be resolved to achieve this. Provisions in the Road Traffic and Roads Bill 2021, to be introduced at Committee Stage, will...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test (7 Dec 2021)

Hildegarde Naughton: Under legislation, the Road Safety Authority (RSA) is the body responsible for the operation of the Driving Test Service. This information is held by the RSA. This question is therefore being referred to the Authority for direct reply. I would ask the Deputy to contact my office if a response has not been received within ten days.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test (2 Dec 2021)

Hildegarde Naughton: Under legislation, the Road Safety Authority (RSA) is the body responsible for the operation of the Driving Test Service. This is an operational matter for the RSA and I do not have any role in this process. This question is therefore being referred to the Authority for direct reply. I would ask the Deputy to contact my office if a response has not been received within ten days.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Licences (2 Dec 2021)

Hildegarde Naughton: The operation of the National Driver Licensing Service is the statutory responsibility of the Road Safety Authority and I have no power to intervene in individual cases. Accordingly, the Deputy should direct enquiries to those agencies. 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: Aviation Industry (2 Dec 2021)

Hildegarde Naughton: I propose to take Questions Nos. 15 and 16 together. As the Deputy is aware under the €126m funding package for Aviation announced on 12 October, funding of €90m will be allocated in 2021, subject to State aid approval, under the Covid-19 Supplementary Support Scheme and €36m will be allocated in 2022 under the Regional Airports Programme 2021-2025. This €90m in...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test (2 Dec 2021)

Hildegarde Naughton: The Government continues to be guided by public health advice on the safe provision of services and, in conjunction with the RSA, continues to keep the situation under review to ensure that every possible measure is being put in place so that the maximum number of customers can be served, while adhering to public health requirements. Since October 2020, the driver testing service has been...

Written Answers — Department of Communications, Climate Action and Environment: Energy Policy (1 Dec 2021)

Hildegarde Naughton: Given Ireland’s increased ambition in the area of Offshore Renewable Wind Energy and pending a review of overall National Ports Policy, my Department in conjunction with the Irish Maritime Development Office (IMDO), has been conducting an assessment of the options for Irish State ports to facilitate the Offshore Renewable Energy (ORE) sector and assist in Ireland achieving its emission...

Written Answers — Department of Communications, Climate Action and Environment: Driver Licences (1 Dec 2021)

Hildegarde Naughton: The issuing of driving licences is the responsibility of the Road Safety Authority (RSA) and, as Minister, I have no power to intervene in individual cases.

Written Answers — Department of Communications, Climate Action and Environment: Driver Licences (1 Dec 2021)

Hildegarde Naughton: The options available to apply for or renew a driving licence are booking an appointment at an NDLS centre, applying online if you have a public services card and a verified MyGovID account or by post if you are 70 years of age and over. An Irish driving licence can be renewed up to 10 years after the expiry of the licence.