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Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Electric Vehicles (16 Jun 2020)

Shane Ross: The total number of vehicles on the National Vehicle and Driver File with a current motor tax at 31st May 2020 is 2,748,127 of which 73,192 (2.66%) use electric as a fuel type. Fuel Type Number of Vehicles PETROL/ELECTRIC  52,929 ELECTRIC 10,776 PETROL/PLUG-IN HYBRID...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Covid-19 Pandemic Supports (16 Jun 2020)

Shane Ross: Since the beginning of the Covid-19 health emergency, the Government has been clear that continued operation of the public transport sector is important and designated public transport as an “essential service” during the Covid-19 emergency, recognising the importance of keeping the system running especially for carrying essential workers and other passengers making necessary...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Road Network (16 Jun 2020)

Shane Ross: The improvement and maintenance of regional and local roads (RLR) 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 Councils' own resources supplemented by State road grants. The initial selection and prioritisation of works to be funded is also a matter for...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Public Transport (16 Jun 2020)

Shane Ross: As Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport, I have responsibility for policy and overall funding in relation to public transport in Ireland.  The Government has been clear that continued operation of the public transport sector is important, and it has been designated among the essential services that are to carry on. I would like to thank both public and commercial operators...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Taxi Licences (16 Jun 2020)

Shane Ross: I propose to take Questions Nos. 811, 813, 819, 875 and 898 together. 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. Given the role of the NTA as regulator, I have referred your question to...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Tourism Promotion (16 Jun 2020)

Shane Ross: I propose to take Questions Nos. 812 and 890 together. I would like to thank the Deputies for their questions in relation to Shannon Airport. At the outset I would like to acknowledge the significant challenges being faced by Shannon Airport which has been severely impacted by Covid-19 and the consequential imposition of travel restrictions and the cancellation of flights. ...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Sports Organisations (16 Jun 2020)

Shane Ross: I, as Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport, have no function or role in the appointment of the independent directors of the organisation mentioned by the Deputy.  I received no list of names as suggested by the Deputy, nor did I nominate anyone for the position. The recruitment process for the Chair was conducted by AMROP, an independent recruitment company.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Sports Organisations (16 Jun 2020)

Shane Ross: I propose to take Questions Nos. 815, 816 and 818 together. The Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) agreed between the organisation to whom the Deputy refers and the Government, signed in January 2020, was required by the Government in order to allow a financial support package to be put in place for the organisation.  The MOU was signed in the presence of the...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Sports Organisations (16 Jun 2020)

Shane Ross: I, as Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport, have no function or role in the appointment of the independent directors of the organisation mentioned by the Deputy.  For your reference, the role of Chairperson in the organisation mentioned was filled following an independent recruitment process, undertaken by AMROP. I also believe that...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Aviation Industry (16 Jun 2020)

Shane Ross: The use of HEPA filters is a design feature related to the manufacturer of the specific aircraft type, for example a Boeing 737 or an Airbus A320 and not, per se, to specific airlines. It is my understanding that these High-Efficiency Particulate Arrestor filters have been installed in all modern commercial jet aircraft for many years. For example, Airbus indicate they have been installed on...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Greenways Provision (16 Jun 2020)

Shane Ross: Individual sections of this potential cycle way are being progressed by the relevant Local Authorities. My Department previously provided funding for the construction of the Omeath to Carlingford Marina Greenway and this section is part of the  cross-border EU co-funded Interreg project that links Carlingford to Newry that is currently under construction....

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Covid-19 Pandemic (16 Jun 2020)

Shane Ross: I propose to take Questions Nos. 822 and 874 together. As things stand in law, air passenger rights are protected by Regulation (EC) No. 261/2004, which covers the rights of passenger in instances of cancellations and other scenarios, including long delays.  However, if a flight goes ahead and a customer either cancels or does not use their ticket, they are not entitled to a refund...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Bus Services (16 Jun 2020)

Shane Ross: As Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport, I have responsibility for policy and overall funding in relation to public transport in Ireland.  The issue raised is a matter for the National Transport Authority (NTA) in conjunction with Bus Éireann and I have forwarded the Deputy's question to the NTA for direct reply.  Please advise my private office if you do not...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Ports Development (16 Jun 2020)

Shane Ross: At the outset, I wish to point out that this is a commercial operational matter for the Port of Cork Company. I understand from the Port of Cork Company that they signed a Memorandum of Understanding  with NextDecade  in 2017 to attract new LNG business into Ireland from the USA. Next Decade is a Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) development company which is focused on LNG...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test (16 Jun 2020)

Shane Ross: Due to the closure of services provided by the Road Safety Authority (RSA) as a result of the Covid-19 outbreak, I took measures to extend the validity of number of documents, including the learner permit.  Any learner permits which were due to expire from 1 March 2020 to 30 June 2020 inclusive have had their period of validity extended by 4 months. If it is the case that the NDLS...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Aviation Industry (16 Jun 2020)

Shane Ross: I propose to take Questions Nos. 826, 837, 871, 892 and 894 together. Information on the Taskforce, including the terms of reference and a list of members, is available on my Department's web site.  The Taskforce is chaired by Dr Chris Horn, and there are 14 other members.  The Taskforce met for the first time on Friday 12 June, and I have set it a reporting deadline of 10...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Licences (16 Jun 2020)

Shane Ross: The safety of the public is of paramount importance at this time and as in all aspects of the Covid-19 crisis my Department continues to be guided by National Public Health Emergency Team and the relevant national experts in relation to the resumption of services. I am pleased to confirm the phased re-opening of the National Driver Licence Service centres from Monday 8 June, in line with...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Coast Guard Service (16 Jun 2020)

Shane Ross: My Department funds the 44 volunteer Irish Coast Guard units comprising of approximately 1,000 volunteers. The budget within Coast Guard Units and Support covers all operational and resourcing requirements for these units as well as grants to Mountain and Cave Rescue and Community Rescue Boat organisations. Regrettably the Irish Coast Guard is not in a position to offer financial assistance...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Search and Rescue Service Provision (16 Jun 2020)

Shane Ross: The provision of Irish Coast Guard cliff rescue services in Donegal is currently provided by the Greencastle, Mulroy and Killybegs Coast Guard Units. There is also an ability to transport any of these three units to an island on the Sligo based Coast Guard Rescue helicopter. There are currently 17 strategically placed Coast Guard units around the coast who provide cliff rescue capabilities....

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Licences (16 Jun 2020)

Shane Ross: 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.