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Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Licences (20 Oct 2020)

Eamon Ryan: The National Driver Licence Service (NDLS), provided by the Road Safety Authority (RSA), resumed services in June, following the closure of the centres due to the Covid-19 pandemic restrictions. All appointments must be booked in advance as it is not possible to facilitate any walk-ins due to the social distancing requirements and in the interest of protecting the staff and customers. This,...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Airport Policy (20 Oct 2020)

Eamon Ryan: In recognition of the devastating effects of Covid-19, Budget 2021 has provided capital funding of €10m for Shannon and Cork airports in 2021. This is the first time that these airports will be eligible for State funding under an Exchequer Funding Scheme. Historically, funding has only been provided to Ireland's smallest airports - those with less than 1 million passengers -...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Airport Policy (20 Oct 2020)

Eamon Ryan: As a result of Covid-19, the challenge facing the aviation industry is unprecedented. I am acutely aware of the exposure to airports as a result of the dramatic downturn in activity and I can assure the Deputy that officials in my Department have been in regular contact with the airports throughout this crisis. This year, funding for Ireland's smallest regional airports has been...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Licences (20 Oct 2020)

Eamon Ryan: There is no plan to further extend the validity of driving licences. Irish driving licence law is based on a framework of EU law, and the current extensions brings us into line with the EU legislation. The National Driver Licence Service (NDLS), provided by the Road Safety Authority (RSA), resumed services in June, following the closure of the centres due to the Covid-19 pandemic...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Bus Services (20 Oct 2020)

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 the planning and development of public transport infrastructure, including the provision of bus shelters. Noting the NTA's responsibility in the matter, I have referred the Deputy's question to the NTA...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Road Network (20 Oct 2020)

Eamon Ryan: As Minister for Transport I have responsibility for overall policy and securing exchequer funding in relation to the National Roads Programme. Under the Roads Acts 1993-2015 and in line with the National Development Plan (NDP), the operation and management of individual national roads is a matter for Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII), in conjunction with the local authorities...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Coast Guard Service (20 Oct 2020)

Eamon Ryan: The volunteers of the Irish Coast Guard are tasked to respond to emergencies at boat stations around the coast. The boats are typically between 4.8 metres and 9 metres and provide an in-shore rescue capability. While there may be similarities and equivalences in their training, the organisations serve very different but vital purposes for the State, operate different equipment and the IRCG...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test (20 Oct 2020)

Eamon Ryan: I fully appreciate the difficulty that many learner drivers are experiencing since the driving test for cars, vans and minibuses resumed on a gradual basis from 16 July last. As you are aware, tests were temporarily suspended due to the Covid 19 emergency and since resuming operations, there has been an increased level of demand. Unfortunately, due to social distancing requirements, normal...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test (20 Oct 2020)

Eamon Ryan: I propose to take Questions Nos. 177 to 181, inclusive, together. The scheduling of candidates’ driving tests is the responsibility of the Road Safety Authority (RSA) and as Minister, I have no power to intervene in individual cases. My Department is remaining in close contact with the RSA as they deal with the increased demand for their driver testing service since operations...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Taxi Licences (20 Oct 2020)

Eamon Ryan: It appears from the question that the Deputy is referring to a licence for an individual person to drive a small public service vehicle (an SPSV). Under section 6 of the Taxi Regulation Act 2013, such licences are issued and renewed by An Garda Síochána, which comes within the area of responsibility of my colleague, the Minister for Justice and Equality.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Bus Services (20 Oct 2020)

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 the planning and development of public transport infrastructure, including the provision of bus shelters. Noting the NTA's responsibility in the matter, I have referred the Deputy's question to the NTA...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Road Projects (20 Oct 2020)

Eamon Ryan: Budget 2021 provided for funding to be allocated to Transport Infrastructure Ireland for its functions under the Roads Acts 1993-2015 and in line with the National Development Plan (NDP). The NDP included a range of projects at different stages of development. Any individual project is required to go through the procedures set out generally for capital projects and specifically transport...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Road Projects (20 Oct 2020)

Eamon Ryan: As Minister for Transport I have responsibility for overall policy and securing exchequer funding in relation to the National Roads Programme. Under the Roads Acts 1993-2015 and in line with the National Development Plan (NDP), the operation and upgrading of individual national roads is a matter for Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII), in conjunction with the local authorities...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: National Car Test (20 Oct 2020)

Eamon Ryan: As the Deputy will be aware, on the 20 April 2020, the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport at that time, Shane Ross TD, signed the Road Traffic (National Car Test) (Amendment) Regulations 2020 into law. These Regulations amended the Road Traffic (National Car Test) Regulations 2017 (S.I. No. 415 of 2017) to provide that a 4 month extension was given to test due dates for vehicles under...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test (20 Oct 2020)

Eamon Ryan: The scheduling of candidates’ driving tests is the responsibility of the Road Safety Authority (RSA) and as Minister, I have no power to intervene in individual cases. My Department is remaining in close contact with the RSA as they deal with the increased demand for their driver testing service since operations resumed following its temporary closure due to the COVID emergency....

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test (20 Oct 2020)

Eamon Ryan: I fully appreciate the difficulty that many learner drivers are experiencing since the driving test for cars, vans and minibuses resumed on a gradual basis from 16 July last. As you are aware, tests were temporarily suspended due to the Covid 19 emergency and since resuming operations, there has been an increased level of demand. Unfortunately, due to social distancing requirements, normal...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Dublin Bus (20 Oct 2020)

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 issue raised is a matter for Dublin Bus and I have 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...

Saincheisteanna Tráthúla - Topical Issue Debate: Broadband Infrastructure (15 Oct 2020)

Eamon Ryan: I thank the Deputy for this Topical Issue matter. The national broadband plan, NBP, contract was signed with National Broadband Ireland, NBI, in November last to roll out a high speed and future-proofed broadband network within the intervention area which covers 1.1 million people living and working in over 540,000 premises, including almost 100,000 businesses and farms, along with 695...

Saincheisteanna Tráthúla - Topical Issue Debate: Broadband Infrastructure (15 Oct 2020)

Eamon Ryan: I am only warming up.

Saincheisteanna Tráthúla - Topical Issue Debate: Broadband Infrastructure (15 Oct 2020)

Eamon Ryan: If I may explain please, a Cheann Comhairle, my great grandfather walked-----