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Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Public Transport (21 Jun 2022)

Eamon Ryan: The National Sustainable Mobility Policy, which I published in April, sets out a strategic framework to 2030 for active travel and public transport. The aim of the policy is to make it easier for people across the country to choose walking, cycling and use public transport daily instead of having to travel by private car. The policy is accompanied by an action plan to 2025 which contains...

Written Answers — Department of Communications, Climate Action and Environment: Departmental Transport (16 Jun 2022)

Eamon Ryan: There are no Ministerial drivers appointed to my Department and therefore there are no related car and driver expenses.

Written Answers — Department of Communications, Climate Action and Environment: Renewable Energy Generation (16 Jun 2022)

Eamon Ryan: Information in respect of the public sector, as a whole, is not readily available and its compilation would involve a disproportionate amount of time and work. The information requested, in so far as it relates to schemes under the remit of my Department, is being compiled and will be forwarded to the Deputy as soon as possible.

Written Answers — Department of Communications, Climate Action and Environment: Energy Conservation (16 Jun 2022)

Eamon Ryan: I propose to take Questions Nos. 162 and 163 together. Earlier this year, the Government approved a package of supports aimed at making it easier and more affordable for homeowners to undertake home energy upgrades, for warmer, healthier and more comfortable homes, with lower energy bills and lower emissions. The supports included a new National Home Energy Upgrade Scheme which...

Written Answers — Department of Communications, Climate Action and Environment: Departmental Policies (16 Jun 2022)

Eamon Ryan: I propose to take Questions Nos. 164 and 165 together. My Department is committed to providing an inclusive and safe work environment for all colleagues. Our Statement of Strategy, Le Chéile 23, is underpinned by the values set out in the Civil Service Renewal Plan and is committed to human rights, equality and anti-discrimination. A key action for 2022 arising from this is Ag Obair...

Written Answers — Department of Communications, Climate Action and Environment: Broadband Infrastructure (16 Jun 2022)

Eamon Ryan: The Question refers to a premises located in the AMBER area on the National Broadband Plan (NBP) High Speed Broadband Map which is available on my Department's website www.broadband.gov.ie.  The AMBER area represents the area to be served by the network to be deployed under the NBP State led intervention.I am advised by National Broadband Ireland (NBI) that, as of 10 June 2022,...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Departmental Transport (16 Jun 2022)

Eamon Ryan: In my role as the Minister for Transport, I have not submitted any claims for driving or car expenses in 2021. The Minister of State for Transport Hildegarde Naughton has made the following mileage claims in 2021 - - JANUARY 2021 €45.24 - FEBRUARY 2021€600.19 - MARCH 2021€1,515.77 - APRIL 2021€1,397.46 - MAY 2021€911.71 - JUNE 2021€1,101.26 - JULY...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Taxi Licences (16 Jun 2022)

Eamon Ryan: The regulation of the small public service vehicle (SPSV) sector, including SPSV licences, is a matter for the National Transport Authority (NTA) under the provisions of the Taxi Regulation Act 2013. I have, therefore, forwarded your correspondence to the NTA for consideration and direct reply. Please advise this office if you do not receive a response within 10 working days.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Road Tolls (16 Jun 2022)

Eamon Ryan: I propose to take Questions Nos. 170 and 174 together. 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,...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Public Transport (16 Jun 2022)

Eamon Ryan: As the Deputy may be aware, the Strategic Rail Review is considering the future development of the rail network in Ireland. The Review, which is ongoing and for which Arup Consultants have been appointed, is being undertaken in co-operation with the Department for Infrastructure in Northern Ireland. TheStrategic Rail Reviewwill review the rail network with regard to the following ambitions:...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Bus Services (16 Jun 2022)

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. In light of the NTA's responsibilities and its engagement with the Office of Public Works (OPW) on this issue, I have referred your...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Greenways Provision (16 Jun 2022)

Eamon Ryan: As Minister for Transport, I have responsibility for overall policy and exchequer funding in relation to Greenways. The planning, design and construction of individual Greenways is a matter for Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII), in conjunction with the local authorities concerned. In this context, TII is best placed to advise you on the status of this project. Noting the above...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Greenways Provision (16 Jun 2022)

Eamon Ryan: As Minister for Transport, I have responsibility for policy and overall funding in relation to Active Travel and Greenways. The National Transport Authority (NTA), meanwhile, has responsibility for the allocation of funding to specific active travel projects and oversight of their development, in cooperation with the relevant local authorities. Noting their responsibility in this area, I...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Greenways Provision (16 Jun 2022)

Eamon Ryan: As Minister for Transport, I have responsibility for overall policy and exchequer funding in relation to Greenways. The planning, design and construction of individual Greenways is a matter for Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII), in conjunction with the local authorities concerned. In this context, TII is best placed to advise you in relation to the construction contract for this project....

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Road Projects (16 Jun 2022)

Eamon Ryan: As Minister for Transport, I have responsibility for overall policy and exchequer funding in relation to Greenways. As of 20 September 2021, and in line with Section 32 (2) of the Roads Act 1993, the planning, design, and construction of individual Greenways is a matter for Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII), in conjunction with the local authorities concerned. Noting the above...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Departmental Policies (16 Jun 2022)

Eamon Ryan: I propose to take Questions Nos. 182 and 183 together. My Department has in place a number of safeguards for both our staff and members of the public who must attend our offices for services. The Civil Service has a robust Dignity at Work Policy that promotes respect, dignity, safety, and equality in the workplace and provides the framework for my Department to examine complaints of...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Bus Services (16 Jun 2022)

Eamon Ryan: As the 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 statutory responsibility for securing the provision of public passenger transport services nationally and for the scheduling of those services in conjunction...

Written Answers — Department of Communications, Climate Action and Environment: Departmental Schemes (15 Jun 2022)

Eamon Ryan: The Electricity Costs (Domestic Electricity Accounts) Emergency Measures Act 2022 established a scheme for the making, of a once-off Electricity Costs Emergency Benefit Payment to each domestic electricity account, in 2022, having regard to the exceptional rise in energy prices. The credit of €176.22 ex VAT, which suppliers began applying in April, will be applied to remaining domestic...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Bus Services (15 Jun 2022)

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 statutory responsibility for securing the provision of public passenger transport services nationally and for the scheduling and timetabling of these services in...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Taxi Licences (15 Jun 2022)

Eamon Ryan: The regulation of the small public service vehicle (SPSV) sector, including SPSV licences, is a matter for the National Transport Authority (NTA) under the provisions of the Taxi Regulation Act 2013.  I have, therefore, forwarded your correspondence to the Authority for consideration and direct reply. Please advise this office if you do not receive a response within 10 working days.