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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...

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

Hildegarde Naughton: The validity of learner permits that expired between 1 March and 30 June 2020 were extended for 8 months, while those that expired between 1 July and 31 October 2020 were extended for 4 months. A further extension is being considered.

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

Hildegarde Naughton: I propose to take Questions Nos. 201 and 204 together. Currently, the Driver Theory Test is considered a non-essential service and remains closed for now. 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...

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

Hildegarde Naughton: The operation of the Driver Theory Testing Service is the statutory responsibility of the Road Safety Authority (RSA), and as such the RSA, and its service provider, are responsible for the health and safety of staff under health and safety legislation, including assessments of their various functions, and developing safety protocols to ensure the safety of their workers. The RSA have...

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

Hildegarde Naughton: I understand Sligo Airport is in discussions with CHC Ireland in relation to those costs that relate specifically to the continued operation of the SAR base there. As outlined at the meeting referred to, this is firstly a matter for CHC and Sligo Airport under their own commercial arrangements. The IRCG is working with CHC, with whom it has a contract for the wider national service, to find a...

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

Hildegarde Naughton: An international driving permit (IDP) is a translation of your driving licence and you must carry your driving licence with it when driving. When visiting in Ireland, a permit is only required if your driving licence is not in English. The permit itself does not grant any driving privileges. There is a distinction between motorists with a foreign driving licence visiting Ireland and those...

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

Hildegarde Naughton: Motorcycle testing has continued throughout level 5. As part of the broader easing of restrictions across Irish society, from the 10 May, Initial Basic Training (IBT), the course of mandatory lessons that learner motorcyclists must complete with an Approved Driving Instructor before taking a test, may resume for all learners, irrespective of their employment status. The validity period of...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Wards of Court (11 May 2021)

Hildegarde Naughton: Following the transfer of functions on 14 October last, responsibility for the Assisted Decision-Making (Capacity) Act 2015, now lies with my colleague, the Minister for Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth. Under the provisions of the Courts Service Act 1998 management of the courts is the responsibility of the Courts Service, which is independent in its functions. However,...