Bríd Smith (Dublin South Central, People Before Profit Alliance)
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204. To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the position in relation to the signing of a statutory instrument to give effect to the changes agreed in the CIÉ regular wages scheme given that the proposed scheme changes have now been published for over 45 days; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14733/22]

Eamon Ryan (Dublin Bay South, Green Party)
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CIÉ has prepared and submitted draft Statutory Instruments (SIs) to give effect to the proposed changes to the Regular Wages Scheme (RWS).

As the Deputy is aware, in accordance with the provisions of Section 44(3) of the Transport Act 1950, I directed CIÉ to publish a statutory notice of the draft SIs in Iris Oifigiúil, which was advertised on the 14th of January 2022. Within 45 days from the publication of this notice, any person may make objections and representations in relation to the Scheme to me. I must consider any objections or representations which have been made during this period, prior to confirming a Scheme or any amendments to such Scheme.

The consultation period ended on the 28 February 2022 and officials in my Department are currently examining the submissions received. Following this process, preparations will be made to allow for signing of the SIs, including consultation with the Minster for Public Expenditure and Reform as required under the Transport Act 1950.