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Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Road Traffic Legislation (22 Jan 2019)

Shane Ross: The purpose of the driving test is to set out the minimum level of knowledge, skill and competency that a learner must demonstrate in order to become a fully licensed driver.  Until a learner can meet this standard and pass this test he or she is not safe to take to our roads without appropriate supervision.  Driving a car is complex and challenging and it is...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Licence Renewals (22 Jan 2019)

Shane Ross: The Road Safety Authority (RSA) delivers the driving licence service through the National Driving Licence Service (NDLS). As such, 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: Public Transport Expenditure (22 Jan 2019)

Shane Ross: As the Deputy may be aware I have secured significant improved funding allocations over the period 2018-2021 which will benefit both cyclists and walkers. These improved allocations over this period include: - €110 million specifically dedicated to cycling and walking infrastructure in our major urban areas; - €135 million for sustainable urban transport...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Electric Vehicles (22 Jan 2019)

Shane Ross: A switch to alternatively powered vehicles is a necessary step-change for Ireland to effect substantial reductions in transport emissions.  However, it is equally important that the regulation of vehicles and their use protects the lives and safety of all road users and is not simply driven by the market.  In the 'National Policy Framework on Alternative Fuels...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Cycling Facilities Provision (22 Jan 2019)

Shane Ross: There are already a number of contraflow cycle lanes in operation across Dublin City and elsewhere in the country.  There are currently no plans to change the legal basis for these lanes as laid out in the Road Traffic (Traffic and Parking) Regulations 1997 (as amended) and underpinned by the appropriate Road Traffic (Signs) Regulations, The provision of such...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Greenhouse Gas Emissions (22 Jan 2019)

Shane Ross: The cost of Greenhouse Gas emissions in the Common Appraisal Framework for Transport Projects and Programmes are based on those set out in the Public Spending Code, which are based on the 2008 findings and recommendations of an interdepartmental Working Group reporting to the Cabinet Committee on Climate Change and Energy Security. An updated version of the Public Spending Code is currently...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Public Transport Initiatives (22 Jan 2019)

Shane Ross: In line with Action 8 of Smarter Travel – A Sustainable Transport Future my Department funds the development of workforce travel plans through a programme administered by the National Transport Authority (NTA).  The Smarter Travel Workplace and Smarter Travel Campus programmes work with employers and third level institutions to encourage more sustainable travel choices among...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Free Travel Scheme Eligibility (22 Jan 2019)

Shane Ross: The National Transport Authority (NTA) has responsibility for public transport fares and I have therefore 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: Trans European Transport Network Programme (22 Jan 2019)

Shane Ross: The TEN-T Core Network is a subset of the Comprehensive Network, representing the strategically most important nodes and links of the trans-European transport networks. The Dublin - Rosslare Europort rail line is on the TEN-T comprehensive network and does not form part of the TEN-T Core Network. The EU TEN-T...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Brexit Issues (22 Jan 2019)

Shane Ross: I propose to take Questions Nos. 551, 552 and 554 together. As Minister for Transport, Tourism & Sport, I have responsibility for overall policy and funding in relation to the national roads programme.  Once funding arrangements have been put in place, under the Roads Acts 1993-2015, the planning, design and operation of individual roads is a matter for the relevant...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Ports Policy (22 Jan 2019)

Shane Ross: The 2013 National Ports Policy designated Rosslare Europort as a Port of National Significance (Tier 2). Ports of National Significance (Tier 2) ports are responsible for at  least 2.5% of overall tonnage through Irish ports, have the potential to handle higher volumes of unitised traffic and have existing transport links to serve a wider, national marketplace beyond their immediate...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Ports Facilities (22 Jan 2019)

Shane Ross: The issue raised is a matter for Iarnród Éireann and I have therefore forwarded the Deputy's question to the company for direct reply. Please advise my private office if you do not receive a response within 10 working days.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: International Driving Permits (22 Jan 2019)

Shane Ross: I believe the Deputy is referring to the International Driving Permit. The permit is a translation of a person's driving licence, and the permit and licence must be carried together. The Permit is recognised in Ireland.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Pension Provisions (22 Jan 2019)

Shane Ross: I propose to take Questions Nos. 559 to 561, inclusive, together. The Deputy will be aware that the Irish Airlines (General Employees) Superannuation Scheme (IASS) is currently the subject of on-going legal proceedings and I am therefore restricted as to what I can say and the documentation that I can make public in relation to the scheme. The information sought by the Deputy...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Sports Facilities Provision (22 Jan 2019)

Shane Ross: Sport Ireland, which is funded by my Department, is the statutory body with responsibility for the development of sport, increasing participation at all levels and raising standards, including the development of the Sport Ireland National Sports Campus at Abbotstown. Work commenced in July 2017 on the development of Phase 2 of the Sport Ireland National Indoor Arena.  The project was...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Energy Usage (22 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 operation of individual national roads is a matter for Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII) in conjunction with the local authorities concerned.  ...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Departmental Expenditure (22 Jan 2019)

Shane Ross: My Department spent €187,195.00 on Air Travel in 2018.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Departmental Expenditure (22 Jan 2019)

Shane Ross: The total expenditure by the Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport on newspapers in 2018 is €14,022.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Rail Network (22 Jan 2019)

Shane Ross: The National Development Plan (NDP) states that the priority funding objective in relation to the mainline rail network is the maintenance and renewal of the existing network.  In line with that funding objective, the funding allocations committed under the NDP provide for a fully-funded, or steady state, level of maintenance and renewal across the Iarnród Éireann...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Ports Facilities (22 Jan 2019)

Shane Ross: The responsibility for carrying out sanitary and phytosanitary checks and controls at ports and airports is a matter for the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine. The Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine will be able to assist the Deputy in any query he has on the above matter.