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Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Aviation Industry (29 May 2024)

Jack Chambers: Ireland’s National Aviation Policy (“NAP”) published in August 2015, established a policy framework for the development of the aviation sector. With regard to regional airports, the NAP was designed to create an environment that would encourage the sector to enhance Ireland's connectivity and to maximise the contribution of aviation to Ireland's sustainable economic...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Aviation Industry (29 May 2024)

Jack Chambers: I thank the Deputy for his question and for the subsequent clarification provided. Over the period 2020-2023, Exchequer supports totalling almost €222 million were provided to Irish airports under the Aviation Programme within my Department's VOTE. A further €21 million was provided to support Public Service Obligation (PSO) air services. As requested, this funding is set...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Airport Policy (29 May 2024)

Jack Chambers: I thank the Deputy for his question in relation to the submission made by Waterford Airport for Exchequer funding to support proposed development works. I wish to advise the Deputy that this document is currently being reviewed by my Department in accordance with the requirements of a Project Outline Document (POD) as set out under my Department’s Transport Appraisal Framework and the...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Airport Policy (29 May 2024)

Jack Chambers: I wish to advise the Deputy that I cannot comment on the review report referenced as it is not yet finalised. As you will be aware, in June 2019, the then Government gave an approval in principle of an expression of support for development at Waterford Airport and to providing Exchequer funding of €5 million towards this development project. Government support was not only...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Road Safety Authority (29 May 2024)

Jack Chambers: Under the Road Safety Authority Act 2006, the Board of the Road Safety Authority shall consist of a chairperson and between six and eleven ordinary members. The quorum of the Board is set at five members, and the current composition of the board fulfils all legislative requirements. There are, therefore, no vacancies on the Board, though its membership is currently two fewer than at the end...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test (28 May 2024)

Jack Chambers: I propose to take Questions Nos. 134 and 135 together. Under the Road Safety Authority Act 2006, the Road Safety Authority (RSA) has statutory responsibility for the National Driver Testing Service and the information requested is held by that agency. As such, I have referred the questions to the RSA for direct reply. I would ask the Deputy to contact my office if a response has not been...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Licences (28 May 2024)

Jack Chambers: Ireland does not have a licence exchange agreement with any US state. Irish driver licensing law operates within a framework of EU law. Driver licensing laws are intended to ensure drivers on our roads meet high safety standards. Testing standards are set at EU level. Ireland may make bilateral agreements on licence exchange with non-EU jurisdictions. This is not a straightforward...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test (28 May 2024)

Jack Chambers: Under the Road Safety Authority Act 2006, the Road Safety Authority (RSA) has statutory responsibility for the National Driver Testing Service. This includes all application and scheduling matters and neither I nor my department have the power to intervene in individual cases. As such, I have referred the question to the RSA for direct reply. I would ask the Deputy to contact my office if a...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Air Safety (28 May 2024)

Jack Chambers: Weston Airport ("Weston") is licensed and certified by the Irish Aviation Authority ("IAA") as an aerodrome operator and air navigation services provider. A volume of airspace has been designated to Weston to enable them to provide these services. Under the terms of their licence and certification, Weston are responsible for the safety and management of aircraft, on the ground at the...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Road Safety Authority (28 May 2024)

Jack Chambers: Under the Road Safety Authority Act 2006, the Board of the Road Safety Authority shall consist of a chairperson and between six and eleven ordinary members. The quorum of the Board is set at five members, and the current composition of the board fulfils all legislative requirements. There are, therefore, no vacancies on the Board, though its membership is currently two fewer than at the end...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Medical Records (28 May 2024)

Jack Chambers: Medical reports are issued by registered medical practitioners. Medical reports accompanying an application for a driving licence or a learner permit shall be dated not more than one month prior to the date of application and should indicate that, in the opinion of the registered medical practitioner: (a) the applicant meets the required minimum standards of physical and mental fitness...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test (28 May 2024)

Jack Chambers: Under the Road Safety Authority Act 2006, the Road Safety Authority (RSA) has statutory responsibility for the National Driver Testing Service and the information requested is held by that agency. As such, I have referred the questions to the RSA 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: Driver Licences (28 May 2024)

Jack Chambers: To make an application for a bus driving licence, an applicant must first hold a valid full category B (car or light van) driving licence. To drive professionally on a D licence, a driver must also obtain a certificate of professional competence (CPC). Details on the steps required to obtain a bus licence are available on the RSA’s website at the following link. ...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: National Car Test (28 May 2024)

Jack Chambers: Tyres are subject to EU and national law. To be placed on the market in the EU, tyres must satisfy minimum requirements under EU type-approval regulations (Regulation (EU) 2019/2144). These regulations provide for a range of quality checks, including rolling resistance, noise and wet-grip performance. Separately, the EU Tyre Labelling Regulation 2020/740 requires safety and environmental...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Airport Policy (22 May 2024)

Jack Chambers: I propose to take Questions Nos. 38 to 41, inclusive, together. Irish Airports must comply with European Union Regulation (EC) 1107/2006 concerning the rights of disabled persons and persons with reduced mobility when travelling by air (“Regulation 1107”). The objective of this Regulation is to ensure “high and equivalent levels of protection and assistance throughout...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Licences (22 May 2024)

Jack Chambers: Irish driver licensing law operates within a framework of EU law. Driver licensing laws are intended to ensure drivers on our roads meet high safety standards. Testing standards are set at EU level. Ireland may make bilateral agreements on licence exchange with non-EU jurisdictions, This is not a straightforward matter. Reaching them is not a matter of political will and the core...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Licences (22 May 2024)

Jack Chambers: The exchange of foreign licences is managed through the National Driver Licence Service (NDLS). Currently, the average processing time for applications is 32 working days. There are various reasons for possible delays in processing foreign licence exchanges. For example, the driver may need to submit outstanding information, such as a medical or eyesight report or the physical driving...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Airport Policy (21 May 2024)

Jack Chambers: I propose to take Questions Nos. 184, 185, 187, 190 to 193, inclusive, and 199 to 201, inclusive, together. Irish Airports must comply with European Union Regulation (EC) 1107/2006 concerning the rights of disabled persons and persons with reduced mobility when travelling by air (“Regulation 1107”). The objective of this Regulation is to ensure “high and equivalent...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Departmental Bodies (21 May 2024)

Jack Chambers: The Irish Aviation Authority ("IAA") Passenger Advisory Group examines how passenger priorities are addressed by the quality of service and relevant capital investment projects proposed by Dublin Airport. The Group assists the IAA improve its understanding of what is important to passengers using the airport. I am informed by the IAA that the terms of reference for the group can be found in...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test (21 May 2024)

Jack Chambers: Under the Road Safety Authority Act 2006, the Road Safety Authority (RSA) has statutory responsibility for the National Driver Testing Service and the information requested is held by that agency. As such, I have referred the questions to the RSA for direct reply. I would ask the Deputy to contact my office if a response has not been received within ten days.