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Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test (12 May 2021)

Hildegarde Naughton: I propose to take Questions Nos. 85 and 87 together. The Driver Theory Test is considered a non-essential service and remains closed for now. The Department understands the frustration at this decision, however, these restrictions imposed by the Government based on the advice of NPHET and their panel of scientific experts, are in place to minimize the impact of Covid-19 on this country and...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test (12 May 2021)

Hildegarde Naughton: Under the Road Safety Act and as provided by the Oireachtas, the driver testing service, including the theory test, is an operational matter for the Road Safety Authority (RSA). Individual cases are a matter for the Authority and the question in relation to this case is being referred to the RSA for direct reply. I would ask the Deputy to contact my office if a response has not been received...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Defence Forces (12 May 2021)

Hildegarde Naughton: The current service provider, CHC Ireland (CHCI) , is engaged in a 10-year contract with my Department, which commenced in 2012. The contract has already been extended for 1 year and may be extended for a further 2 years. No tender has issued for a successor to this contract but a procurement process has commenced. In light of recent media commentary on this process, the Department...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Departmental Data (12 May 2021)

Hildegarde Naughton: I propose to take Questions Nos. 207 and 208 together. Under the provisions of the Courts Service Act 1998, management of the courts, including the provision of accommodation for court sittings, is the responsibility of the Courts Service, which is independent in its functions. However, in order to be of assistance to the Deputy, I have had enquiries made regarding Wicklow Courthouses and the...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Airport Passenger Data (11 May 2021)

Hildegarde Naughton: I propose to take Questions Nos. 164 and 165 together. I would like to thank the Deputy for his questions. Aviation statistics are published on the Department's website at the following link.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Road Traffic Accidents (11 May 2021)

Hildegarde Naughton: I am forwarding the Deputy's query for direct response from the Road Safety Authority. If a reply has not been received within 10 working days, the Deputy should contact my office directly.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test (11 May 2021)

Hildegarde Naughton: This is an operational 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: Aviation Industry (11 May 2021)

Hildegarde Naughton: As the Deputy will be aware, late last year Government agreed an €80m funding package specifically for Irish aviation in 2021, which included provision of capital and operational supports of €21.3m to Donegal, Ireland West and Kerry Airports under the Regional Airports Programme 2021-2025 and €32.1m to Shannon and Cork Airports under the COVID-19 Regional State Airports...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Licences (11 May 2021)

Hildegarde Naughton: There is a distinction between motorists with a non-EU driving licence visiting Ireland and those living in Ireland. For non-residents, under the Convention on Road Traffic 1949 (Geneva Convention) drivers from Contracting States carrying a valid driver’s licence can drive on each other’s roads for up to a year when visiting. If a person is resident in Ireland, they must have an...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test (11 May 2021)

Hildegarde Naughton: This is an operational 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 (11 May 2021)

Hildegarde Naughton: This is an operational matter for the Road Safey 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: Road Safety Authority (11 May 2021)

Hildegarde Naughton: The research has been completed and it is currently being reviewed by the RSA. Due to more urgent priorities following the Covid-19 pandemic, the review is behind schedule. The report findings will be presented to the Board of the RSA following which the report will be published.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test (11 May 2021)

Hildegarde Naughton: The Driver Theory Test is considered a non-essential service and remains closed. Because the service was closed for long periods of time over the last year, a large backlog of customers has built up. The RSA recognise that it will take time to meet this demand and restore pre-COVID-19 waiting times when the service does reopen. In response to this, the RSA will introduce an increase...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test (11 May 2021)

Hildegarde Naughton: Driving tests for essential workers will continue to be the priority for the driver testing service. In line with the gradual reopening of services, driving tests for all those who are eligible to take the test and have been waiting longest will recommence in a limited fashion this month and the situation will be kept under review. The RSA and the Department plan to reduce the waiting...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Covid-19 Pandemic (11 May 2021)

Hildegarde Naughton: The Government continues to advise against all non-essential international travel. Travel restrictions are designed to protect public health and to mitigate the risk of new variants of COVID-19 entering the country. Several Government Departments are involved in preparatory discussions towards the restart of international travel, including in relation to the EU’s proposed system of...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test (11 May 2021)

Hildegarde Naughton: A pilot online driver theory test is underway for trucks and buses. Any customers wishing to sit a driver theory test in these vehicle categories can do so by visiting www.theorytest.ie. The rollout of this option for customers undertaking car theory tests is planned to begin within this month, with up to 3000 online tests being conducted per month. There will be a limit on the number of...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test (11 May 2021)

Hildegarde Naughton: Currently, the Driver Theory Test is considered a non-essential service and remains closed for now until an appropriate phase of the Government's plans.. Because the service was closed for long periods of time over the last year, a large backlog of customers has built up. The RSA recognise that it will take time to meet this demand and restore pre-COVID-19 waiting times when the service...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Licences (11 May 2021)

Hildegarde Naughton: Irish driver licensing law operates within a framework of EU law, which sets out the driver licensing legislation with which all Member States must comply. The format of driving licences, categories of vehicles, and the standards to be met in driving tests to qualify for a licence, are all set at EU level. As all Member States test drivers to the same standard, there can be a mutual...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test (11 May 2021)

Hildegarde Naughton: This is an operational 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 (11 May 2021)

Hildegarde Naughton: Under the Road Safety Act and as provided by the Oireachtas, the driver testing service, including the theory test, is an operational matter for the Road Safety Authority. Individual cases are a matter for the Authority and the question in relation to this case is being referred to it for direct reply. I would ask the Deputy to contact my office if a response has not been received within ten...