Results 12,141-12,160 of 19,173 for speaker:Shane Ross

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Road Safety (13 Jul 2016)

Shane Ross: ​I understand that TII issued a reply to the Deputy regarding PQ 16721/16 on 7 July 2016.  A copy of the reply is attached.

Topical Issue Debate: Harbours and Piers Development (12 Jul 2016)

Shane Ross: The Deputy has put his finger on what is obviously a very controversial area. There is a dispute about the ownership and future model for Dún Laoghaire Harbour. The problem has been the transition for the company, which may not have been able to respond fully and effectively to commercial conditions and the series of unfortunate events, particularly the withdrawal of the Stena Line...

Topical Issue Debate: Harbours and Piers Development (12 Jul 2016)

Shane Ross: I thank the Deputy for his raising this Topical Issue. I presume it is the first one he has raised on this side of the House. Indeed, he must consider himself lucky to have been selected as I imagine he now realises how lucky those of us were whose matters were selected by him over the years. I have the same affection as Deputy Barrett for Dún Laoghaire harbour and for Dún...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Public Transport Provision (12 Jul 2016)

Shane Ross: I propose to take Questions Nos. 747 and 750 together. The issue raised is a  matter for the National Transport Authority (NTA) in conjunction with the transport providers and I have forwarded the Deputy's questions to the NTA for direct reply.  Please advise my private office if you do not receive a response within 10 working days

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Air Services Provision (12 Jul 2016)

Shane Ross: I propose to take Questions Nos. 748 and 756 together. ​ ​On 23 May last the US Department of Transportation concluded a public consultation on its tentative decision to grant the Irish licensed airline Norwegian Air International a foreign air carrier permit. The airline requires such a permit to operate the proposed Cork to Boston route and other routes from Europe...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Sports Capital Programme Data (12 Jul 2016)

Shane Ross: ​No decision has been made on the timing of any future rounds of the Sports Capital Programme. Any interested group should register online now at www.sportscapitalprogramme.ieas this portal will be the only way to apply under any future rounds of the Programme.  Details of all allocations under the Sports Capital Programme, including those for county Kildare, are published on...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Rail Network Expansion (12 Jul 2016)

Shane Ross: ​Following the comprehensive review of capital expenditure carried out in 2011, a decision was taken to defer a number of major capital projects due to the financial situation, including DART Underground. In the context of developing the current Capital Plan which was adopted in September 2015, the National Transport Authority (NTA) was requested to review the...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Departmental Programmes (12 Jul 2016)

Shane Ross: ​The Smarter Travel Policy in my Department is made up of a number of  programmes including Active Travel Towns, Smarter Travel Areas and the National Cycling Network  which are directly administered by my Department. Any review of the Smarter Travel Policy will involve consultation with key stakeholders and other external parties, to evaluate the...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Greenways Development (12 Jul 2016)

Shane Ross: ​I understand that the extension of the Old Rail Trail Greenway, that I was delighted to announce funding for recently, finishes at the junction with the R915. The design of the junction between the Greenway and this road will be compliant with Transport Infrastructure Ireland's Rural Cycle Scheme standard and the National Cycle Manual as this is a condition of funding. The...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: EU Programmes (12 Jul 2016)

Shane Ross: The information requested by the Deputy is being collated and will be forwarded to him within 10 working days​.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Sports Capital Programme Expenditure (12 Jul 2016)

Shane Ross: ​Dormant Accounts Funding of €4.5 million has been provided through my Department's Vote in 2016 for sports measures.  Of this allocation, €798,000 is capital funding.  Overall responsibility for the Dormant Accounts Fund is under the remit of the Department of Arts, Heritage, Regional, Rural and Gaeltacht Affairs. The Dormant Accounts Action Plan...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Departmental Agencies Board Appointments (12 Jul 2016)

Shane Ross: ​The information requested by the Deputy is available on my Departments website at the following link www.dttas.ie/corporate/english/state-board-membership-and-ap proved-fees. I have not made any appointments to Boards under the remit of my Department since taking up Office but I am currently considering a number of appointments.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Sports Facilities Provision (12 Jul 2016)

Shane Ross: ​I understand that Cork County Boxing Board is interested in developing a boxing headquarters and centre of excellence in Knocknaheeny, Cork.  There is no allocation towards this project. I would suggest that Cork County Boxing Board would submit a proposal regarding the project to the Department, to include details such as...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Road Signage (12 Jul 2016)

Shane Ross: 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 national road projects is a matter for the Transport Infrastructure Ireland (formerly known as the NRA) under the Roads Acts 1993-2015 in conjunction with the relevant local authority....

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: National Car Test Data (12 Jul 2016)

Shane Ross: The subject matter of this particular question is the responsibility of the Road Safety Authority and I have therefore referred the question to them for direct reply.  I would ask the Deputy to contact my Office if a reply has not been received within ten days. 

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Departmental Reports (12 Jul 2016)

Shane Ross: Following an open tender competition, ​Indecon Economic consultants were appointed to undertake the Review of the Regulatory Regime for Airport Charges in Ireland at a cost of €125,470 excluding VAT. Given that this report is now the subject of a public consultation, it would be inappropriate for me to comment on its recommendations at this point.  Once...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Sports Events (12 Jul 2016)

Shane Ross: ​All National Governing Bodies of Sport, including the Irish Athletic Boxing Association (IABA), are independent, autonomous bodies and are responsible for their own governance procedures and competition rules for their sports. I have no role in relation to these matters and it would be inappropriate for me to intervene. The Deputy may wish to contact the IABA directly for...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Roads Maintenance (12 Jul 2016)

Shane Ross: ​The improvement and maintenance of regional and local roads in Co. Meath is the statutory responsibility of Meath County Council, in accordance with the provisions of Section 13 of the Roads Act 1993.  Works on those roads are funded from the Council's own resources supplemented by State road grants. The Capital Plan 2016-2021 provides that a number of schemes targeting...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Haulage Industry Regulation (12 Jul 2016)

Shane Ross: ​The derogation permitting a maximum weight laden limit of 42 tonnes for 5 axle (2 axle tractor unit towing a 3 axle semi-trailer) articulated vehicles expired on 30 June last. Under the Road Traffic (Construction and Use of Vehicles) Regulations 2003 (S.I. No. 5 of 2003), the upper weight limit for these vehicles was set at 40 tonnes with a derogation, which was incorporated...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driving Test (12 Jul 2016)

Shane Ross: This is a matter for the Road Safety Authority. I have therefore 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.