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Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Bus Éireann (4 Jul 2023)

Eamon Ryan: As Minister for Transport, I have responsibility for policy and overall funding in relation to public transport; however, I am not involved in the day-to-day operations of public transport. The issue raised by the deputy in relation to the number and percentage of coaches and double-decker buses within the Bus Éireann fleet that currently have a toilet onboard; and if there are plans to...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Rail Network (4 Jul 2023)

Eamon Ryan: As the Deputy may be aware, the Infrastructure Manager Multi Annual Contract (IMMAC) is the framework through which Exchequer investment is made in the protection and renewal of our railway infrastructure. This includes the rail line between Limerick and Athenry, which runs through County Clare. This is the fourth year of the current five-year IMMAC programme from 2020 to 2024. Over the...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Electric Vehicles (4 Jul 2023)

Eamon Ryan: Under the Road Traffic and Roads Act 2023, there is no change to the legal status of pedal assist e-bikes with a power output up to 250W, where the motor cuts out at 25 km/h and it does not operate without pedalling. These will continue to be classed as pedal cycles (bicycles and tricycles). As with pedal cycles, e-bike owners are not required to hold motor insurance for their vehicle and...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Public Transport (4 Jul 2023)

Eamon Ryan: As Minister for Transport, I have responsibility for policy and overall funding for public transport. The National Transport Authority (NTA) has statutory responsibility for developing an accessible, integrated and sustainable public transport network. The NTA also has national responsibility for integrated local and rural transport, including TFI Local Link services and the rollout of...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Road Tolls (4 Jul 2023)

Eamon Ryan: As Minister for Transport, I have responsibility for overall policy and funding in relation to the national roads programme. Under the Roads Acts 1993-2015, the operation and management of individual national roads is a matter for Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII), in conjunction with the local authorities concerned. Therefore, matters relating to the day to day operations regarding...

Energy (Windfall Gains in the Energy Sector) (Temporary Solidarity Contribution) Bill 2023: Second Stage (Resumed) (29 Jun 2023)

Eamon Ryan: I thank the Deputies for their contributions today and on Tuesday. As Deputies said throughout this debate, there is significant financial pressure on households and businesses as a result of continued high energy prices. The Government is aware of this, and as previously stated, has introduced a range of measures and supports. I am confident the legislation before the House today will...

Written Answers — Department of Communications, Climate Action and Environment: Departmental Consultations (29 Jun 2023)

Eamon Ryan: Awaiting reply from Department.

Written Answers — Department of Communications, Climate Action and Environment: Departmental Funding (29 Jun 2023)

Eamon Ryan: Awaiting reply from Department.

Written Answers — Department of Communications, Climate Action and Environment: Pension Provisions (29 Jun 2023)

Eamon Ryan: I refer to the reply to Questions Nos 105, 114, 116, 119, 125 and 146 of 27 June. The position is unchanged.

Written Answers — Department of Communications, Climate Action and Environment: Departmental Expenditure (29 Jun 2023)

Eamon Ryan: My Department's first Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Strategy and Action Plan will be launched shortly. This is a key deliverable under our corporate strategy aimed at developing our people, culture and organisation. My Department's participation in Pride month celebrations is a visible demonstration of its commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion and in celebrating our LGBTQ+...

Written Answers — Department of Communications, Climate Action and Environment: Departmental Policies (29 Jun 2023)

Eamon Ryan: The Department's policy achievements in 2020, in line with the Statement of Strategy 2019-2021 were reported on in its Annual Report 2020, which is published here - gov.ie - Annual Report 2020 (www.gov.ie) The Department's policy achievements in 2021, in line with Le Chéile 23, Statement of Strategy 2021-2023 were reported on in its Annual Report 2021, which is published here - gov.ie -...

Written Answers — Department of Communications, Climate Action and Environment: Energy Conservation (29 Jun 2023)

Eamon Ryan: Awaiting reply from Department.

Written Answers — Department of Communications, Climate Action and Environment: Departmental Expenditure (29 Jun 2023)

Eamon Ryan: Awaiting reply from Department.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Departmental Consultations (29 Jun 2023)

Eamon Ryan: Please see below the amount paid out to all consultancy firms for services rendered in 2023 and the cost per contract, where applicable. Name of Division Title of Contract Cost per Contract Total Driver and Traffic Regulation Review of the Disabled Parking Scheme €81,345 (ex. VAT) €27,115 ...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Public Transport (29 Jun 2023)

Eamon Ryan: As Minister for Transport, 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. The NTA also has national responsibility for integrated local and rural transport, including TFI Local Link services and the rollout...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Road Projects (29 Jun 2023)

Eamon Ryan: 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. Works on those roads are funded from local authorities' own resources supplemented by State road grants. The initial selection and prioritisation of works to be funded is a matter for the local authority. ...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Public Transport (29 Jun 2023)

Eamon Ryan: As Minister for Transport, I have responsibility for policy and overall funding in relation to public transport; however, I am not involved in the day-to-day operations of public transport. The National Transport Authority (NTA) has responsibility for the regulation of fares charged to passengers in respect of public transport services provided under public service obligation (PSO) contracts....

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Departmental Expenditure (29 Jun 2023)

Eamon Ryan: While the Department's Facilities Management Division did not purchase or produce any memorabilia or related materials to mark or celebrate Pride 2023, Pride 2023 was celebrated in the Department as one of our initiatives in terms of providing an inclusive, supportive workplace. This included highlighting on our intranet a number of relevant One Learning webinars, and working with the...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Bus Services (29 Jun 2023)

Eamon Ryan: As Minister for Transport, I have responsibility for policy and overall funding in relation to public transport; however, I am not involved in the day-to-day operations of public transport. The issue raised by the deputy in relation to the number of journeys lost/ failed to operate on the 150 Dublin Bus service as a result of driver shortages, failure to show or other reasons over the past...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Departmental Policies (29 Jun 2023)

Eamon Ryan: As the Deputy may be aware, my department is responsible for the implementation of 54 specific commitments in the Programme for Government: Our Shared Future. Significant progress has been made in all policy areas of my department since 27 June 2020 and I believe that we are well on track to deliver on the Programme for Government commitments in all areas. I would highlight the following key...