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Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test (15 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: Rail Network (15 Oct 2020)

Eamon Ryan: I propose to take Questions Nos. 110 to 112, inclusive, together. 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 matters raised are, in the first instance, for Iarnród Éireann and I have forwarded the Deputy's questions to the...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Licences (15 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. All driving licences that expired between 1 March and 31 August 2020 were extended for 7 months. The National Driver Licence Service (NDLS), provided by the Road Safety Authority, closed in...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Road Projects (15 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 planning, design and construction 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: Covid-19 Pandemic Supports (15 Oct 2020)

Eamon Ryan: I recognise that the transport sector has been acutely affected by COVID-19 as public health restrictions have discouraged people from travelling generally. Small public service vehicle (SPSV) operators have been badly affected due to their dependence on the hospitality and tourism sectors. Limousine operators, who are particularly dependent on overseas tourism and major events, have suffered...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test (15 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: Regional Aid (15 Oct 2020)

Eamon Ryan: I wish to advise the Deputy that no regional aid was provided under NUTS by my Department or agencies under the remit of my Department.

Financial Resolutions 2020 - Financial Resolution No. 7: General (Resumed) (14 Oct 2020)

Eamon Ryan: I am very pleased and proud to follow the Taoiseach and Tánaiste in setting out my thoughts on the budget. It is a collective effort and an example of parties in government working well together. There are differences and difficulties but we have knuckled down at this time because our job is to protect the Irish people and that overcomes any immediate political differences. This wish...

Written Answers — Department of Communications, Climate Action and Environment: Waste Management (14 Oct 2020)

Eamon Ryan: I refer to the reply to Question 154 of 22nd September 2020. The position is unchanged.

Written Answers — Department of Communications, Climate Action and Environment: Better Energy Homes Scheme (14 Oct 2020)

Eamon Ryan: The Better Energy Warmer Homes Scheme is funded by my Department and administered by the Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland (SEAI). To date over 142,000 homes have received free upgrades under the scheme, leaving the occupants better able to afford to heat their homes to an adequate level. In 2019, €39.8 million was allocated to the Scheme with over 3,000 homes upgraded. Budget...

Written Answers — Department of Communications, Climate Action and Environment: Climate Action Plan (14 Oct 2020)

Eamon Ryan: The Climate Action Plan sets out a pathway for the uptake of electric vehicles (EVs) over the next decade based on an analysis to identify key emissions abatement technologies. It is widely expected that, over the next number of years, the combination of improvements in technology, reductions in vehicle purchase prices, increasing driving ranges and model availabilities, coupled with...

Written Answers — Department of Communications, Climate Action and Environment: Post Office Network (14 Oct 2020)

Eamon Ryan: Operational matters relating to the Post Office Network, including plans for sorting and collection office facilities, are a matter for the Board and management of An Post and not one in which the Minister has a role.

Written Answers — Department of Communications, Climate Action and Environment: Postal Services (14 Oct 2020)

Eamon Ryan: As Minister for the Environment, Climate and Communications I have responsibility for the postal sector, including the governance of An Post, to ensure the company is fully compliant with the Code of Practice for the Governance of State Bodies and the governance functions included in the statutory framework underpinning An Post. My officials meet regularly with An Post and I understand...

Written Answers — Department of Communications, Climate Action and Environment: Climate Action Fund (14 Oct 2020)

Eamon Ryan: The Climate Action Fund was established on a statutory basis with effect from 1 August 2020, following on from the enactment of the National Oil Reserves Agency (Amendment) and Provision of Central Treasury Services Act, 2020. The Climate Action Fund will be resourced from proceeds from the levy paid to the National Oil Reserves Agency (NORA) in respect of relevant disposals of petroleum...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Road Projects (14 Oct 2020)

Eamon Ryan: The improvement and maintenance of regional and local roads is the statutory responsibility of each local authority 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 initial selection and prioritisation of works to be funded is also a matter for the local authority. ...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Airport Policy (14 Oct 2020)

Eamon Ryan: I propose to take Questions Nos. 106 and 114 together. Historically, the Government's Regional Airports Programme, has targeted aid at Ireland's smallest airports - those airports that typically handle less than 1 million passengers. As a result, Shannon and Cork airports have always been ineligible for support under the Programme. However, in recognition of the devastating effects of Covid,...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Fishing Industry (14 Oct 2020)

Eamon Ryan: The change referred to by the Deputy relates to a Statutory Instrument (S.I. No. 673/2019) which came into force in December last year implementing EU Directive 2017/159 which aims to improve working and living conditions for fishermen. The Regulations apply to fishing vessels 15m in length or over in order to comply with the EU Directive. It is important that all fishing vessels are manned...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Licences (14 Oct 2020)

Eamon Ryan: Truck and bus drivers, people over 70 years of age, and people who have an identified or specified illness, are required to submit a medical report when applying for a driving licence or learner permit. This medical report must be dated not more than one month prior to the date of application to ensure that the most up-to-date assessment of the applicant is provided. It is not my...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Travel Trade Sector (14 Oct 2020)

Eamon Ryan: I am aware of the serious difficulties, which the Deputy has raised, arising for Irish licensed travel agents and tour operators in the face of the COVID-19 pandemic and the catastrophic collapse of overseas travel and tourism. This sector is among that category of businesses that have not been able to reclaim any meaningful level of lost business over the last 6 months. It is in response...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Licences (14 Oct 2020)

Eamon Ryan: All appointments for driving licence renewals must be made through the National Driver Licence Service (NDLS). My Department has no access to the scheduling procedure. Any queries in relation to driving licences or urgent cases can be addressed to the NDLS customer service at 076 1087880 or by emailing .