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Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport, Tourism and Sport: General Scheme of Road Traffic (Fixed Penalty - Drink Driving) Bill 2017: Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport (5 Apr 2017)

Shane Ross: So we could hope that I could get it into the Dáil during the second week of May if the committee has finished it?

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Ministerial Meetings (5 Apr 2017)

Shane Ross: Since the 1st of September, I have met with the Chairs of each of the CIÉ companies on the following dates -  - Córas Iompair Éireann: 5 December 2016 - Bus Átha Cliath: 16 September 2016 - Bus Éireann: 12 September, 5 December 2016 and 12 January 2017 - Iarnród Éireann: 8 September and 16 December 2016 Prior to the 1st of September I also met with the...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Bus Éireann (5 Apr 2017)

Shane Ross: As the Deputy is aware, the annual audited accounts for Bus Éireann are available on the Company's website, and provide full disclosure on their financial  position in each financial year. In the period 2010 to 2012/13 the Company experienced declining passenger numbers and revenues; however, in recent years the Company has seen increased passenger numbers and...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Road Network (5 Apr 2017)

Shane Ross: I propose to take Questions Nos. 317 and 318 together. As Minister for Transport, Tourism & Sport, I have responsibility for overall policy and funding in relation to the national roads programme. The planning, design and implementation of individual road projects is a matter for Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII) under the Roads Acts 1993-2015 in conjunction with the local...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Brexit Issues (5 Apr 2017)

Shane Ross: In common with the rest of Government there has been deep analysis of the challenges which all industries and commercial sectors, including the tourism industry, will face as a result of the outcome of the UK Referendum. There are several inter-departmental groups, each with a specific focus, preparing for Brexit and there has been significant engagement with industry and...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Bus Services (5 Apr 2017)

Shane Ross: I wrote to the National Director of the Coach Tourism and Transport Council of Ireland (CTTC) on 10 March to advise him of the proposal to use a legislative remedy to rectify this specific matter in view of the difficulties being faced by the operator affected. Amendment regulations are being finalised to help resolve this matter and I am advised that it is...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Industrial Disputes (5 Apr 2017)

Shane Ross: The Company's website has information regarding refunds due to industrial action under its "Customer Services / Bus Éireann FAQ" section. ​ As the issue raised is a matter for Bus Éireann and I have also forwarded the Deputy's question to the Company for direct reply. Please advise my private office if you do not receive a response within ten working days.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Industrial Disputes (5 Apr 2017)

Shane Ross: I have consistently stated that I will not dictate to management and unions about their internal issues and nor will I become involved in discussions about how the Company organises itself in terms of its work practices etc. These are issues which require agreement between management and unions. However, in those areas where I believe it to be appropriate to act, I have acted. - I...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Road Network (5 Apr 2017)

Shane Ross: ​The operation of the National Driver Licensing Service is the statutory responsibility of the Road Safety Authority and I have no role in these matters. I have therefore referred the Question 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: Consultancy Contracts Data (5 Apr 2017)

Shane Ross: ​The information requested by the Deputy is a matter for agencies themselves. Your query will be forwarded to the agencies under my Department's remit for direct response to you. If you do not get a reply within 10 working days please contact my private office.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Departmental Information (5 Apr 2017)

Shane Ross: I propose to take Questions Nos. 325 and 326 together. Brexit has the potential to have serious adverse economic transport and tourism impacts and as a result has been identified as the main strategic risk facing the Department. The Department in response has organised itself internally and while all relevant areas of the Department are actively engaged in Brexit related work and...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Tourism Promotion (5 Apr 2017)

Shane Ross: ​In common with the rest of Government there has been deep analysis of the challenges which industry and the commercial sectors, including the tourism industry, faces because of the outcome of the UK Referendum. Even prior to the referendum result, there was a commitment in the Government's Tourism Policy Statement "People, Place and Policy – Growing Tourism to...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: State Airports (5 Apr 2017)

Shane Ross: ​Shannon Airport Authority (SAA), a subsidiary of Shannon Group plc, has statutory responsibility for the management and operation of Shannon Airport and as such the issue raised by the Deputy is an operational matter for the company.  That said, SAA is conscious of the need to control its costs so that it can remain competitive and continue to attract new...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Traffic Data (5 Apr 2017)

Shane Ross: ​In recognition of the growing body of evidence emerging of increased travel demand across the Dublin region in particular, my Department's economic and financial evaluation unit has undertaken a research project to estimate the cost of aggravated congestion across Ireland's transport system. Aggravated congestion occurs when the number of vehicles on a part of the network is higher...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Public Service Obligation Services (5 Apr 2017)

Shane Ross: I propose to take Questions Nos. 330 to 333, inclusive, together. The Public Service Obligation, PSO, air services regime operates in accordance with EU Council Regulation (EEC) No. 1008/2008. The current contract to provide PSO air services between Dublin and the airports in Donegal and Kerry was awarded to Stobart Air and signed on 23 December 2014 following an EU...

Topical Issue Debate: Bus Éireann (4 Apr 2017)

Shane Ross: If Deputy Martin was as accurate with his accusations as he was with what he said today on Leaders' Questions, it would be helpful. He was completely wrong in what he said on Leaders' Questions today. He should check his facts before he comes into the House and makes statements of the sort he did.

Topical Issue Debate: Bus Éireann (4 Apr 2017)

Shane Ross: I accept a lot of what people say about the public transport system. As Deputies Broughan, Bríd Smith and others said, it is my business to get involved in many of the issues they mentioned. I will get involved in those issues. I repeat my public offer to the unions, management, the NTA and all stakeholders that the moment the dispute is over, I will be happy to welcome them to the...

Topical Issue Debate: Bus Éireann (4 Apr 2017)

Shane Ross: I wish to address privatisation because the mantra is repeated time and again. Privatisation is not on the agenda. Those who say it is are deliberately misleading the people in the Gallery. I have no intention of going down that road, nor will I do so.

Topical Issue Debate: Bus Éireann (4 Apr 2017)

Shane Ross: I thank the Deputies again for their contributions. I get the feeling that the prospect of a resolution of this problem does not fill the Deputies' hearts with joy. Some of the things that were said here this afternoon were foolish and unhelpful to a resolution. I would have expected every Deputy to join me in welcoming the fact that both parties have now gone back to the WRC. That is a...

Topical Issue Debate: Bus Éireann (4 Apr 2017)

Shane Ross: I thank the House. I want a public transport system that delivers for all of society, one that provides the infrastructure and services that a 21st century Ireland demands and requires. I genuinely believe that Bus Éireann has a role to play in that system and I have no wish to privatise it, as has been alleged in many quarters many times. I believe the company can continue to serve...