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Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: National Car Test (21 Jul 2020)

Eamon Ryan: The regulation of the small public service vehicle (SPSV) industry, including regulatory measures in response to the present COVID-19 pandemic, is a matter for the National Transport Authority (NTA) under the provisions of the Taxi Regulation Act 2013. I am aware that the NTA has made arrangements with the National Car Testing Service (NCTS) to put a priority system in place for SPSVs. I...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Road Projects (21 Jul 2020)

Eamon Ryan: The improvement and maintenance of regional and local roads is the statutory responsibility of the relevant 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. Project Ireland 2040 identifies a programme of regional and local road improvement projects to...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Covid-19 Pandemic (21 Jul 2020)

Eamon Ryan: I propose to take Questions Nos. 158 and 167 together. As Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport, I have responsibility for policy and overall funding in relation to public transport. Public transport has been serving a vital role in transporting essential workers, getting people back to work, and enabling the re-opening of businesses. As re-opening continues, more people need to travel...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: National Car Test (21 Jul 2020)

Eamon Ryan: The operation of the National Car Test (NCT) service is the statutory responsibility of the Road Safety Authority and I have no role in individual cases. 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: National Car Test (21 Jul 2020)

Eamon Ryan: The operation of the National Car Test (NCT) service is the statutory responsibility of the Road Safety Authority and I have therefore referred the question to the Authority for direct reply. Please note that the phased resumption of the NCT testing service is subject to public health guidelines and aligned with the Government's Roadmap for reopening Society and Business. I would ask the...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Covid-19 Pandemic Supports (21 Jul 2020)

Eamon Ryan: I propose to take Questions Nos. 161 and 162 together. The Government will shortly publish a series of immediate actions to support the economy - the "July Stimulus". In this context the Government will, among other things, consider further additional measures that may be needed to support the tourism and hospitality sector. My Department has liaised with other Government departments...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test (21 Jul 2020)

Eamon Ryan: The Driver Theory Test provider offers various options to accommodate candidates who may require special assistance to take their test. For instance, they offer a voiceover option whereby the questions and answers are read out to the candidate over the headphones. Additional time is also allowed for the candidate to take the test. There is also a reader recorder service whereby a staff...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Licences (21 Jul 2020)

Eamon Ryan: This is a matter for the Road Safety Authority. I have 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.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Aviation Industry (21 Jul 2020)

Eamon Ryan: My Department has maintained regular contact with key aviation stakeholders, including Aer Lingus, since the start of the COVID-19 crisis. The aviation industry is one of the most affected by the global pandemic. All airlines have seen severe depletion of revenue and are facing various degrees of financial challenge. The Government has brought forward a series of measures to support all...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Railway Stations (21 Jul 2020)

Eamon Ryan: As Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport I have responsibility for policy and overall funding in relation to public transport. In that regard the Deputy will be aware that this Government is committed to a fundamental change in the nature of transport in Ireland. In relation to our major cities that change will be driven by delivering upon the sustainable mobility projects and...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Licences (21 Jul 2020)

Eamon Ryan: The possible extension of the validity of drvier licences for a further period is under consideration. The National Driver Licence Service (NDLS) recommenced on Monday 8 June 2020. The service resumed on a gradual basis and by Monday 29 June all NDLS centres, except Clifden and Belmullet, had reopened. Part-time NDLS offices in Belmullet and Clifden are expected to reopen in the coming weeks....

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test (21 Jul 2020)

Eamon Ryan: Correspondence from this individual was received by my office on the 15 July 2020 and a reply will issue in this regard. The driver theory test was suspended, as were many other services due to the viral outbreak. Following detailed planning by the Road Safety Authority (RSA), in consultation with my Department, the service has been resumed as of 8 June, with centres opening on a gradual...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Legislative Measures (21 Jul 2020)

Eamon Ryan: I intend to legislate for the regulation of e-scooters in accordance with the Programme for Government. This will involve identifying and developing appropriate amendments to primary road traffic legislation across a range of complex areas. The work must be carried out in such a way so that it does not undermine the overall framework of road traffic law or road safety in general. The...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Road Network (21 Jul 2020)

Eamon Ryan: I propose to take Questions Nos. 172 and 173 together. As Minister for Climate, Energy, Communications and Transport, Tourism and Sport, 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...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Licences (21 Jul 2020)

Eamon Ryan: I propose to take Questions Nos. 174 and 178 together. The decision to extend the validity for learner permits for a further 4 months was taken to ease the pressure on the National Driver Licence Service (NDLS) to allow for the prioritising of issuing of driving licences. However, extending the validity of driver licences for a further period is under consideration. The National...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Licences (21 Jul 2020)

Eamon Ryan: The possible extension of the validity of driver licences for a further period is under consideration. To apply for, or renew, a driving licence you are required to present photographic ID, evidence of PPSN, evidence of address and evidence of residency entitlement. An applicant must present in person at a National Driver Licence Service (NDLS) office where the required documentation can...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test (21 Jul 2020)

Eamon Ryan: This is a matter for the Road Safety Authority. I have 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.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Cycling Facilities (21 Jul 2020)

Eamon Ryan: As Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport I have responsibility for policy and overall funding in relation to public transport. The National Transport Authority (NTA) has statutory responsibility to secure or provide cycling infrastructure in the Greater Dublin Area and works with the local authorities in Cork, Limerick, Galway and Waterford in delivering similar infrastructure there. ...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Road Projects (21 Jul 2020)

Eamon Ryan: As Minister for Climate, Energy, Communications and Transport, Tourism and Sport, 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...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Military Aircraft (21 Jul 2020)

Eamon Ryan: My Department has no function with regard to the transit of foreign military personnel through Irish sovereign territory or Irish airports. daa has confirmed that it has not had US military personnel arriving on commercial flights through Dublin Airport and Cork Airport to date in 2020. With regard to Shannon Airport, I have forwarded the Deputy's question to Shannon Group plc. for direct...