Imelda Munster

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• 2025-01-15
  LOBBY
  Screen Producers Ireland Arts

  • Informing members of Joint Committee on Tourism, Culture, Arts, Sport and Media of SPI's pre-budget submission.
• 2025-01-08
  LOBBY
  Irish Self Catering Federation Tourism

  • Short-Term Rental (STR) Legislation Bill
• 2024-09-20
  LOBBY
  Association of Visitor Experiences and Attractions CLG Tourism

  • AVEA submission for consideration for Budget 2025, with the four key themes of: Accelerated Costs of Business threatening the sustainability of businesses; VAT to return to 9%; Economic value of tourism to be recognised and supported, particularly in the regions; Access to be prioritised, internationally and locally, as a key strategic tourism enabler; budgets for tourism agencies Tourism Ireland and Fáilte Ireland to be restored to 2023 levels
• 2024-07-23
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media the estimated first- and full-year cost of establishing a full-time national Irish language radio station aimed at 15 to 34-year-olds. [33167/24]
• 2024-07-23
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media the estimated first- and full-year cost of implementing the recommendations of the Committee on Budget Oversight on Section 481. [33169/24]
• 2024-07-23
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media her plans to stimulate tourism in Drogheda given the recent loss of tourism accommodation; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [33210/24]
• 2024-06-27
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media the number of prosecutions for non-payment of the TV licence in each of the years 2021, 2022 and 2023; and the total cost of prosecuting cases in each of those years, in tabular form. [27714/24]
• 2024-06-27
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media the average cost of prosecuting a case for the non-payment of the television licence. [27715/24]
• 2024-06-25
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media to provide an update on Action 23 of the National Sports Strategy Policy 2018-2027 (details supplied), including the details of implementation, the actions taken to date and the future actions to be taken on this matter, including timelines for same; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [27149/24]
• 2024-05-30
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media if she will comment on her plans for reform of the licence fee. [24353/24]
• 2024-05-30
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media if she can outline any plans, including any additional funding, that will be made available to Drogheda to ensure the survival of the tourism industry in the area given the loss of tourist accommodation in the town in recent years. [24352/24]
• 2024-05-02
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media the amount of Exchequer funding that was allocated to TG4 in each of the years 2023 and 2024. [19953/24]
• 2024-05-02
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media the amount of Exchequer funding that was allocated to Fáilte Ireland in each of the years 2023 and 2024. [19954/24]
• 2024-05-02
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media the amount of Exchequer funding that was allocated to Tourism Ireland in each of the years 2023 and 2024. [19955/24]
• 2024-03-20
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media the date for publication of the final report by the working group to develop a National Disinformation Strategy; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [13131/24]
• 2024-02-15
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media her views on the two reports recently commissioned and published at RTÉ on Toy Show The Musical and the voluntary exit programme; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [7245/24]
• 2024-02-15
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media given that she has previously expressed a preference for direct Exchequer funding to replace the television licence, if she can provide an update on any correspondence, communications or meetings she has had with her Government colleagues in this regard; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [6921/24]
• 2024-02-13
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media the additional Exchequer funding in 2024 that would be required to implement recommendation no. 5.1 of the Future of Media Commission report that is, that the source of public funding for PSM change from the current system of TV licence fee combined with general Exchequer funds to a system based entirely on general Exchequer funds, if it were assumed that the TV licence was abolished in full on 1 February 2024.; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [6268/24]
• 2024-02-13
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  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media the monies allocated to the broadcasting and media funds each year since 2020 and estimated for 2024 identifying the amount of the Exchequer contributions to same, in tabular form. [6269/24]
• 2024-01-25
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  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media if she can provide a confirmed evasion rate figure for the licence fee for 2023, and if not, if she can give an estimated date for the availability of same. [3526/24]
• 2024-01-17
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media the amount of funding TG4 received from the Exchequer in 2022 and 2023. [56601/23]
• 2024-01-17
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media the amount of funding TG4 is due to receive from the Exchequer in 2024. [56602/23]
• 2023-12-14
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media the figures for the receipts collected for the licence fee in each of the years 2022 to date in 2023, broken down between licence fee receipts from households and licence fee receipts paid by the Department of Social Protection under the household benefits package, in tabular form [55890/23]
• 2023-12-14
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  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media the number of households estimated not to be paying their television licence in each of the years 2022 and 2023; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [55891/23]
• 2023-12-07
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  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media if she will provide an update on the progress of the working group to develop a National Disinformation Strategy; the expected date for their final report; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [54261/23]
• 2023-12-06
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  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media if she will provide the figures for how much funding is available in each of the years 2021, 2022 and 2023 for Fáilte Ireland’s Digital that Delivers Programme. [53961/23]
• 2023-12-06
  PQ
  Asked Rural

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Rural and Community Development how much LEADER funding has been allocated to rural tourism in 2022 and 2023. [53970/23]
• 2023-12-05
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media if she can outline the Government’s options, or if relevant, plans, regarding long-term funding for public service media, the licence fee; if she can outline any discussions that have taken place between herself and other relevant Ministers regarding same; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [53582/23]
• 2023-12-05
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  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media to provide the level of Exchequer funding received by Tourism Ireland in each of the years 2022 and 2023. [53293/23]
• 2023-12-05
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media to provide the level of Exchequer funding received by Fáilte Ireland in each of the years 2022 and 2023. [53294/23]
• 2023-10-19
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media to provide the most recent update in relation to the two ongoing reviews she has commissioned into governance, culture, contractor fees, human resources and other matters in RTÉ, including timelines for their completion; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [45983/23]
• 2023-10-19
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media to provide a timeline for a detailed breakdown in each of the subheadings, A to E, in the Department’s budget 2024. [45557/23]
• 2023-09-27
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media further to the report of the Commission on the Future of Media, which identified the taxpayer contribution to public service media in 2020 as being €106 million, comprised of funding for free TV licences under the household benefits package worth €69.8 million and direct funding to TG4 worth €37.2 million, if she will provide the equivalent figures for 2022 and the estimates for 2023, in tabular form. [41874/23]
• 2023-09-27
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media further to the report of the Commission on the Future of Media, which identified the funding contributed by TV licence payers to public service media as being €143.8 million in 2020, if she will provide the equivalent figure in 2022 and the projected figure for 2023. [41875/23]
• 2023-09-27
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media to provide, in tabular form, the monthly or, if available, weekly amount of funding for public service media provided by TV licence payers in 2022; and the equivalent projected figures for 2023. [41876/23]
• 2023-09-27
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media if, in relation to Table 5-2 in the report of the Commission on the Future of Media, which sets out recommended public funding levels for 2022 and 2023, she will provide a table with the same line items, setting out the actual provisions in 2022 and the estimates and projected figures for 2023. [41877/23]
• 2023-09-26
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media to detail the funding streams an organisation (details supplied) can apply to for a mobile wheelchair pool hoist, which costs approximately €12,000; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [41662/23]
• 2023-07-13
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media if she has met with, or whether she intends to meet, a representative body (details supplied) and Fáilte Ireland to raise concerns around hotels price gouging and cancelling bookings without reason, and re-advertising the same rooms at much higher rates when major events, such as a specific concert, are announced; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [34582/23]
• 2023-07-13
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media to initiate reviews of all the boards or executive boards of every State or semi-State company under her Department’s remit to ensure the mismanagement displayed at RTÉ is not replicated in other State or semi-State companies; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [34583/23]
• 2023-07-13
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media the estimated value of deferred tax assets yet to be utilised by NAMA-participating banks; the Government’s policy towards corporation tax loss relief with respect to NAMA-participating banks where the State reduces or entirely divests its shareholdings in respective banks; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [35261/23]
• 2023-07-13
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media the pay, benefits and bonuses for the boards or executive boards of each State or semi-State company under her Department’s remit; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [35261/23]
• 2023-07-13
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media the number of current State or semi-State board members who are directors or shareholders in companies that have received finance, grants or other supports from State funds; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [35262/23]
• 2023-07-13
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media the exact role, expectations and KPIs that the night-time economy manager in Drogheda will be expected to fulfil; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [35263/23]
• 2023-07-13
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media to give details of mitigation measures that are being considered to offset the €1.1 billion loss in ancillary tourist services; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [35264/23]
• 2023-07-13
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media if there is a possibility RTÉ long-wave radio may be re-introduced; to give an update on the previously recommended DAB replacement; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [35265/23]
• 2023-06-01
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  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media if she has met with national Traveller organisations on the development of Traveller-specific cultural and heritage initiatives and investments to create the conditions for Travellers' effective participation in cultural life, a complementary State obligation under the International Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights (ICESCR); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [26887/23]
• 2023-06-01
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  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media the resources allocated to preserve Traveller culture and heritage from 2017 to date, in tabular form; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [26888/23]
• 2023-05-18
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media the details of any concerns she has communicated on behalf of the tourism sector regarding tourist accommodation availability for peak season, and any economic effects this may have on the wider tourism sector for 2023, to the Minister for Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [23340/23]
• 2023-05-18
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media if she is considering a special recognition payment for tourist ancillary services, such as activity centres and tour operators, due to the estimated €1.1 billion loss in revenue in the sector due to Government over-reliance on tourist accommodation to house those seeking international protection; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [23342/23]
• 2023-03-30
  PQ
  Asked Children

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth the number of tourist accommodation centres and hotels currently under contract with the Department of Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth that are expected to revert to the tourism trade for this year's tourist season; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8565/23]
• 2023-02-21
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media if she will provide a date for new applications for the sports capital grant 2023; the amount that has been allocated; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [8567/23]
• 2023-01-31
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media if she will provide an update with regards to the tourism business continuity scheme for 2021 and 2022, in tabular form, detailing the allocation per county and details of projects approved for grant-aid; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [4651/23]
• 2023-01-31
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media if she will provide an update with regards to the Covid-19 adaptation fund for 2020 and 2021, in tabular form, detailing the allocation per county and details of projects approved for grant-aid; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [4652/23]
• 2023-01-31
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media if she will provide an update with regards to the €17 million scheme for developing outdoor dining capacity for 2020 and 2021, in tabular form, detailing the allocation per county and details of projects approved for grant-aid; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [4653/23]
• 2023-01-26
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media further to Question No. 1 of 17 November 2022, if she will provide an update on whether the wide range of alternative options being explored by the Government will be made available in time for the reopening of hotels to tourists in summer 2023, and on the engagement carried out by her Department on the senior officials group, including a copy of or details of the concerns she communicated on behalf of the tourism sector to the Minister for Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth, and any response received; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [3676/23]
• 2023-01-18
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media if she will provide a date for new applications for the sports capital grant 2023; and the amount that has been allocated. [63471/22]
• 2022-12-13
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media if she will provide an update with regards to activity regarding the Fáilte Ireland Food and Drink Strategy 2018-2023; and if there will be a new strategy developed for the period 2024-2029. [61973/22]
• 2022-11-17
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media if she will provide details of any plans she has for the hotel and accommodation sector in 2023, with particular regard to the effect of the Ukrainian refugee crisis on the sustainability of the sector; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [56967/22]
• 2022-11-17
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media if she has had any communications with RTÉ on the matter of pay discrepancies between workers in Raidió na Gaeltachta and those in English language RTÉ radio stations; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [56968/22]
• 2022-11-17
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media if she would be in favour of the extension of Ireland's Ancient East marketing brand to include counties such as Antrim, Armagh and Down; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [56969/22]
• 2022-11-17
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media her views on the prospect of the introduction of varying VAT rates for different parts of the tourism sector; if she intends to raise this with the Minister for Finance; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [56970/22]
• 2022-11-08
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  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media if she will provide a breakdown of Vote 33 across programmes A to E, inclusive of programme A to E subheads, including both current and capital expenditure for each of the years 2020 and 2021 and to date in 2022 and the proposed expenditure for 2023, in tabular form. [54656/22]
• 2022-09-29
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  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media if she has considered the introduction of a leisure card for children and young people that would allow for State funding to be given directly to families for the purposes of paying for sport and or cultural activities; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [47809/22]
• 2022-09-29
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  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media if she will provide an update on the progress of the establishment of Coimisiún na Meán; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [47592/22]
• 2022-07-13
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media if she will provide an exact breakdown of the funding allocated in 2022 to Tourism Ireland under the revised estimates 2022 under each of the headings A.4, A.5 and A.6. [38163/22]
• 2022-07-13
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media the total capital allocation made to Fáilte Ireland in 2022. [38164/22]
• 2022-07-13
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media the capital and current Exchequer funding allocated to Screen Ireland in 2022 under B.12 of the revised estimates 2022. [38165/22]
• 2022-07-13
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media the number of applications to the Large-Scale Infrastructure Fund since it first opened; and the number of successful and unsuccessful applications, respectively. [38166/22]
• 2022-07-13
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  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media if she will provide a list of successful applicants under the Large-Scale Infrastructure Fund in each of the years that the programme was active. [38167/22]
• 2022-07-13
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media if the €2 million allocated to the sound and vision fund in the July stimulus was a once-off funding increase; if not, if it now forms part of annual core funding; if the funding will be allocated again in 2023; and the total amount of funding that has been provided by the Exchequer to the sound and vision fund to date in 2022. [38187/22]
• 2022-06-21
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media her views on the rising cost of tourist accommodation; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [32833/22]
• 2022-06-14
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media if she will provide an exact figure for her Department’s allocation to Fáilte Ireland in 2022. [29456/22]
• 2022-06-14
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media if she will provide an exact figure for her Department’s allocation to Tourism Ireland in 2022. [29457/22]
• 2022-06-14
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media the breakdown of spending in her Department in the Revised Estimates for 2022; the breakdown of A.5. tourism marketing fund; and the amount of funding under that heading that goes to Fáilte Ireland and Tourism Ireland, respectively. [29458/22]
• 2022-06-14
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  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media further to Parliamentary Question No. 200 of 24 May 2022, the details of the heading or headings under which the entirety of the €91,782,000 allocation to Tourism Ireland falls. [29459/22]
• 2022-06-14
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  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media if the bursary scheme for community and local radio stations will be introduced in the near future; if she will provide details of the scheme; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [29507/22]
• 2022-06-14
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  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media the amount of funding that an organisation (details supplied) has received from the Exchequer in each of the years 2020, 2021 and 2022; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [29508/22]
• 2022-06-14
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media the allocation that her Department made for outdoor dining in 2022. [29514/22]
• 2022-06-14
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  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media if she will provide a breakdown of the number of television licences paid by households and businesses; and the number of television licences paid by the Department of Social Protection household benefits package. [30055/22]
• 2022-06-14
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  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media the amount of revenue collected from the television licence fee in 2021; and a detailed numerical breakdown of the proceeds allocated to RTÉ, the Broadcasting Authority of Ireland Sound and Vision and An Post. [30056/22]
• 2022-05-31
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  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media the amount of funding that was given to independent productions by (details supplied) in 2020, 2021 and 2022. [27617/22]
• 2022-05-31
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  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media the status of the Make 2023 the Year of the Invitation initiative that was outlined in the programme for Government; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [27674/22]
• 2022-05-31
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  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media the status of the Irish Sea Way initiative which is in the programme for Government; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [27675/22]
• 2022-05-31
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  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media the status of the Programme for Government initiative to work with the Northern Ireland executive to create a coastal tourist trail linking the Wild Atlantic Way, the Causeway Coastal Route and the area along Ireland’s eastern and southern coasts; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [27676/22]
• 2022-05-31
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  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media the amount of funding that her Department allocated to the Tourism Ireland regional cooperative marketing fund in each of the years 2020, 2021 and to date in 2022; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [27678/22]
• 2022-05-24
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  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media the estimated timeline for the introduction of the European Union Audiovisual Media Services Directive content-levy in Ireland as currently set out in the Online Safety and Media Regulation Bill 2022; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [25704/22]
• 2022-05-24
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media when she expects the first payments to be made to production companies from the proposed content-levy fund as currently set out in the Online Safety and Media Regulation Bill 2022; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [25705/22]
• 2022-05-24
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media the dates of the meetings of the Audiovisual Action Plan steering group in each of the years 2020, 2021 and for the first five months of 2022; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [25706/22]
• 2022-05-24
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media the status of the work that her Department is carrying out in relation to each of the recommendations from the Audiovisual Action Plan; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [25707/22]
• 2022-05-24
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media if part of the €5.5 million funding allocated to the Broadcasting Authority of Ireland for 2022 has been allocated to research to be commenced by the authority on the establishment of the production-funding levy referred to in the Online Safety and Media Regulation Bill 2022; the estimated timescale for the completion of the research; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [25708/22]
• 2022-05-24
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media if she will provide a list of the grants or other State supports that are available to sports clubs, including eligibility details for each grant. [26507/22]
• 2022-05-24
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media the allocation for the Broadcasting Authority of Ireland independent productions fund in 2021 and 2022. [26528/22]
• 2022-05-24
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media the full allocation for the new media commission for 2022. [26529/22]
• 2022-05-24
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media the amount of Exchequer funding that was given to RTÉ in each of the years, 2020, 2021 and 2022. [26530/22]
• 2022-05-24
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media the funding that was allocated to the sports capital programme in each of the years 2021 and 2022; and if she will confirm that this is approximately the level of funding that can be expected on an annual basis going forward. [26531/22]
• 2022-05-24
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media the funding allocation that is made by her Department to media outlets other than an organisation (details supplied); and if she will list those outlets and the funding each one received in 2021 and 2022. [26532/22]
• 2022-05-24
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media the funding allocation that was made to the Sound and Vision fund in each of the years 2020, 2021 and 2022. [26533/22]
• 2022-05-24
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media the funding allocation that was made to Tourism Ireland in 2020, 2021 and 2022. [26534/22]
• 2022-05-24
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media the funding allocation that was made to Fáilte Ireland in each of the years 2020, 2021 and 2022. [26535/22]
• 2022-05-24
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media the funding allocation, if any, that was made to local authorities for tourism purposes in each of the years 2020, 2021 and 2022. [26536/22]
• 2022-05-24
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media the funding allocation that was made to TG4 in each of the years 2020, 2021 and 2022. [26537/22]
• 2022-05-24
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media when the Future of Media Commission report will be published. [26538/22]
• 2022-05-24
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media the expected timeline for the creation of coimisiún na meán. [26539/22]
• 2022-05-24
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media the allocation that was made by the Exchequer to the Sound and Vision Fund in 2020, 2021 and 2022. [26540/22]
• 2022-05-24
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media if she will provide details of the funding that was provided by the Exchequer to community radio in each of the years 2020, 2021 and 2022. [26541/22]
• 2022-05-24
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media when she expects the two levies provided for in the online safety and media regulation Bill to be introduced; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [26542/22]
• 2022-05-04
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media her plans to provide support and stimulus to the tourism industry in 2022; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [22337/22]
• 2022-03-01
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media the amount that went to An Post from television licence fee receipts in 2019, 2020 and 2021. [11323/22]
• 2022-02-24
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media if she will address reports that she intends to make changes to the television licence fee collection; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [10695/22]
• 2022-02-24
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media if she has had discussions with Tourism Ireland regarding the extension of Fáilte Ireland marketing brands including Ireland’s Ancient East, Ireland’s Hidden Heartlands and the Wild Atlantic Way to include counties in Northern Ireland; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [10218/22]
• 2022-02-24
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media if she will provide an update on the establishment of the media commission; the expected timelines and other relevant details; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [10217/22]
• 2022-02-24
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media when she plans to publish the Future of Media Commission Report. [10214/22]
• 2022-02-17
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media when the next round of sports capital grants will be open for applications. [8961/22]
• 2022-02-15
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media the number of persons currently employed in the film and television industry in the State. [8117/22]
• 2022-02-10
  PQ
  Asked Enterprise

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment his views on the shortage of workers in the tourism and hospitality sector; his plans to address this issue; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [7021/22]
• 2022-02-10
  PQ
  Asked Enterprise

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment his views on the current state of pay and conditions for workers in the tourism and hospitality sector; his plans to examine this matter; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [7020/22]
• 2022-01-20
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media if she will provide details on the expert group she intends to convene on the matter of an individual complaints mechanism for harmful online content under the online safety and media regulation Bill; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [2802/22]
• 2022-01-20
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media when the Future of Media Commission report will be published; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [2607/22]
• 2022-01-19
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media when the final allocations for sports capital grants will be announced. [2285/22]
• 2021-11-11
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media the position regarding and her views on the reopening guidelines for nightlife and entertainment; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [54840/21]
• 2021-11-11
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media her views on the Future of Media Commission’s report; the timeline for the publication of the report; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [54845/21]
• 2021-11-11
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media the estimated timeline for the publication of the online safety and media regulation Bill; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [54844/21]
• 2021-11-11
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media the status of the Sport Ireland guidelines for underage indoor club sports in terms of Covid-19 restrictions; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [54843/21]
• 2021-11-11
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media the status of the progress on the report her Department is compiling on the feasibility of establishing a digital legal deposit scheme to serve as a web archive for .ie domain contents as required under section 108 of the Copyright and Other Intellectual Property Law Provisions Act 2019; when the report is expected to be completed and published; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [54842/21]
• 2021-11-10
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media the status of efforts by an organisation (details supplied) to improve corporate governance structures; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [54808/21]
• 2021-10-06
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media when she expects to receive the report of the Future of Media Commission; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [48409/21]
• 2021-10-05
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media her views on the current situation in which tour operators whose businesses are based in Ireland and offer day trips to tourist destinations in the north of Ireland have not been eligible for State supports despite the facts that northern tourist attractions generate international tourism to Ireland given the importance of cross-Border co-operation in terms of attracting tourists to Ireland; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [47914/21]
• 2021-09-22
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media if her Department’s IT infrastructure is monitored for security breaches on a 24/7 basis; the guidance provided from Government on same; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [45320/21]
• 2021-09-09
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media the breakdown of details of consultants retained by Fáilte Ireland including the name of the consultant, project work, cost of project and date of completion in each of the years 2019, 2020 and 2021, in tabular form. [42028/21]
• 2021-07-06
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media the number of applications for outdoor dining grants in each local authority; and the number of businesses that have received grants to date in tabular form. [35883/21]
• 2021-07-06
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media the number of applications received and the specific locations involved in each application from each local authority to Fáilte Ireland for the weatherproofing and outdoor dining infrastructure scheme in tabular form. [35884/21]
• 2021-07-06
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media the funding allocated to the Sound and Vision Fund in 2019 and 2020 from all sources that contribute to funding the scheme. [36524/21]
• 2021-06-22
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media her views on reports of a worker shortage in tourism and hospitality; and her further views on the impact that low pay and poor conditions may be having on labour in the sector. [33256/21]
• 2021-06-22
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media her views regarding the formation of an all-island Irish soccer team. [33259/21]
• 2021-06-22
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media if she plans to introduce additional supports for travel agents and other tourism-related companies whose businesses are reliant on certainty regarding the reopening of international travel that are currently open for business but are not expected to make any significant turnover until well into 2022; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [33257/21]
• 2021-06-22
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media if she has considered providing additional funding for the Fáilte Ireland Ireland-based inbound agents business continuity scheme. [32966/21]
• 2021-06-22
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media the allocation her Department made to Fáilte Ireland in 2020 and 2021. [33575/21]
• 2021-06-22
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media the allocation her Department made to Tourism Ireland in 2020 and 2021. [33576/21]
• 2021-06-22
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media the allocation her Department made to RTÉ separate to monies allocated from the licence fee; and the breakdown of the allocation in 2020 and 2021. [33577/21]
• 2021-06-22
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media the allocation for sports capital grants in 2020 and 2021; and if the grant programme is now open on an annual basis. [33578/21]
• 2021-06-22
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media the allocation her Department made to local authorities for the specific purpose of developing tourism in 2020 and 2021. [33579/21]
• 2021-06-15
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media if she will provide a breakdown by heading (details supplied) of the additional Covid-19 funding provided in the budget 2021; the amount of that funding that has been spent to date; the amount expected to be spent by the end of 2021; and the amount that will not be spent by the end of 2021, in tabular form. [31060/21]
• 2021-06-15
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media if she will provide a breakdown of headings (details supplied) of the additional Brexit funding provided in the budget 2021; the amount of that funding that has been spent to date; the amount expected to be spent by the end of 2021; and the amount that will not be spent by the end of 2021. [31061/21]
• 2021-06-15
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media if she will provide a breakdown of headings (details supplied) of the additional core funding provided in Budget 2021; and the amount of funding that was allocated, spent and carried over. [31062/21]
• 2021-06-15
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media the total allocation for her Department in 2021 broken down under the headings Core, Brexit and Covid-19 funding; the amount of that funding that has been spent to date; the amount expected to be spent by the end of 2021; and the funding that will be carried over to 2022, in tabular form. [31063/21]
• 2021-06-15
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media the additional allocation that has been made to her Department under the Economic Recovery Plan announced on 1 June 2021; and if she will provide an itemised breakdown detailing the additional funding allocated to each area or project under her Department’s remit under the plan.; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [31064/21]
• 2021-06-15
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media if she will provide an itemised breakdown of moneys allocated to her Department, including the amounts allocated, spent and carried over in each of the years 2020 and to date in 2021, in tabular form. [31065/21]
• 2021-06-15
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media if there has been a correspondence saving of €8 million allocated to the National Symphony Orchestra now that its funding is being transferred to the National Concert Hall; if funding of the National Symphony Orchestra is currently the responsibility of RTÉ or the National Concert Hall; and when the transfer is expected to be completed. [31066/21]
• 2021-06-15
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media if the additional €3.5million announced for TG4 in Budget 2021 is a once-off spend as a result of Covid-19; and if it is independent of Covid-19 funding and should be taken as part of the core funding from her Department for TG4. [31067/21]
• 2021-06-15
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media the amount of the current expenditure allocated to her Department in Budget 2021 that has been spent to date; the expected amount to be spent by the end of 2021; and the amount expected to be carried over to 2022. [31068/21]
• 2021-06-15
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media the amount of the capital expenditure allocated to her Department in Budget 2021 that has been spent to date; the expected amount to be spent by the end of 2021; and the amount expected to be carried over to 2022. [31069/21]
• 2021-06-15
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media if the additional €55 million announced in budget 2021 for the business support scheme is a once-off Covid-19 payment for 2021; if it can be understood to be a new component of her Department’s baseline core funding allocation; the amount of it that has been spent to date; the amount expected to be spent by the end of 2021; and the amount expected to be carried over to 2022. [31070/21]
• 2021-06-15
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media if the additional €5 million announced in budget 2021 for tourism product development is a once-off Covid-19 payment for 2021; if it can be understood to be a new component of her Department’s baseline core funding allocation; the amount of it that has been spent to date; the amount expected to be spent by the end of 2021; and the amount expected to be carried over to 2022. [31071/21]
• 2021-06-15
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media if the additional €36 million announced in budget 2021 for Sport Ireland is a once-off Covid-19 payment for 2021; if it can be understood to be a new component of her Department’s baseline core funding allocation; the amount of it that has been spent to date; the amount expected to be spent by the end of 2021; and the amount expected to be carried over to 2022. [31072/21]
• 2021-06-15
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media if the additional €7 million announced in budget 2021 for large-scale sports infrastructure is a once-off Covid-19 payment for 2021; if it can be understood to be a new component of her Department’s baseline core funding allocation; the amount of it that has been spent to date; the amount expected to be spent by the end of 2021; and the amount expected to be carried over to 2022. [31073/21]
• 2021-06-15
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media if the additional €2 million announced in budget 2021 for major sporting events is a once-off Covid-19 payment for 2021; if it can be understood to be a new component of her Department’s baseline core funding allocation; the amount of it that has been spent to date; the amount expected to be spent by the end of 2021; and the amount expected to be carried over to 2022. [31074/21]
• 2021-06-15
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media if the additional €2 million announced in Budget 2021 for the broadcasting fund is a once-off Covid-19 payment for 2021; if it can be understood to be a new component of her Department’s baseline core funding allocation; the amount of it that has been spent to date; the amount expected to be spent by the end of 2021; and the amount expected to be carried over to 2022. [31075/21]
• 2021-06-15
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media the allocation that was made to the sound and vision fund in Budget 2021; the amount of same spent to date; the amount expected to be spent by the end of 2021; and the amount carried over to 2022. [31076/21]
• 2021-06-15
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media the allocation that was made to TG4 in Budget 2021; the amount of same spent to date; the amount expected to be spent by the end of 2021; and the amount carried over to 2022. [31077/21]
• 2021-06-15
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media the allocation that was made to RTÉ in Budget 2021; the amount of same spent to date; the amount expected to be spent by the end of 2021; and the amount carried over to 2022. [31078/21]
• 2021-06-15
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media the amount of core, Covid-19 and Brexit funding her Department has received for 2021; and the additional funding her Department has received under the Economic Recovery Plan announced on 1 June. [31079/21]
• 2021-06-15
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media the Covid-19 business supports under her remit; the allocation provided for each scheme; the amount that has been spent to date; the amount expected to be spent by the end of 2021; and the amount that will be carried over to 2022. [31080/21]
• 2021-06-15
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media the allocation in Budget 2021 for Tourism Ireland and Fáilte Ireland. [31081/21]
• 2021-06-15
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media the amount her Department allocated for sports capital grants in 2021; and if the grant is available on an annual basis. [31082/21]
• 2021-05-25
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media if she will appoint a restaurant representative and pub representative to the tourism recovery oversight group; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [28377/21]
• 2021-05-25
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media the names of persons or sectors who were appointed by Fáilte Ireland to the tourism recovery task forces (details supplied). [28378/21]
• 2021-05-13
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media the grant programmes available to sports clubs; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [25237/21]
• 2021-05-05
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media if her attention has been drawn to the fact that three local authorities (details supplied) are facilitating only 50% of the outdoor dining grant scheme to businesses that apply; if her Department provided the funding for the 2020 outdoor dining schemes run by these three local authorities; the reason businesses are being excluded from availing of the Fáilte Ireland scheme when they are entirely separate and unrelated funding schemes; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [23138/21]
• 2021-04-28
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media her plans for tourism and hospitality for the 2021 season; the additional supports or initiatives she plans to introduce to support the sector when it reopens in the coming months; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [22308/21]
• 2021-04-28
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media if she plans to introduce a tourism voucher; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [21958/21]
• 2021-04-28
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media the criteria for application for the €19 million fund announced for state-of-the-art facilities for water based activities; if local authorities were notified of the funding; if so, when; if local authorities were liaised with ahead of the plan; if local authorities were invited to apply for this funding; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [21957/21]
• 2021-04-28
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media the breakdown of the €12 million allocation under the weatherproofing and outdoor dining infrastructure scheme; the way in which the funding available in excess of €200,000 per local authority will be spent; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [21665/21]
• 2021-04-21
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media the current number of live studies, reviews and research undertaken or commissioned by her; and the date by which each study, review and research is scheduled to be completed in tabular form. [18340/21]
• 2021-04-21
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media the amount of funding being allocated to the weatherproofing and outdoor dining infrastructure scheme for 2021; and the amount that will be allocated to each individual local authority; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [20360/21]
• 2021-04-21
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media the amount of funding that has been allocated to outdoor seating and accessories for tourism and hospitality services scheme; and the amount that has been allocated each local authority in tabular form. [20361/21]
• 2021-03-31
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Finance the estimated cost of extending the employment wage subsidy scheme for the tourism and hospitality sector until March 2022. [17607/21]
• 2021-03-31
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Finance the estimated cost of extending the employment wage subsidy scheme for the tourism and hospitality sector until the end of 2021. [17608/21]
• 2021-03-31
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Finance if he plans to extend the Covid restrictions support scheme payment for businesses in the tourism and hospitality sector that continue to be unable to generate more than 25% of their average weekly 2019 turnover for the remainder of 2021; the estimated cost for such a measure; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [17613/21]
• 2021-03-31
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Finance the estimated cost of extending the 9% VAT rate for tourism and hospitality to the end of 2022. [17617/21]
• 2021-03-31
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Finance the estimated cost of extending the 9% VAT rate for tourism and hospitality to the end of 2023. [17618/21]
• 2021-03-31
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Finance the estimated cost of extending the 9% VAT rate for tourism and hospitality to the end of 2024. [17619/21]
• 2021-03-31
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Finance the estimated cost of extending the tax warehousing scheme by one year for the tourism and hospitality industry. [17620/21]
• 2021-03-31
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Finance if he has plans to introduce a further six month moratorium on bank term loans to assist the tourism and hospitality industry in terms of cash flow; the estimated cost to the State of such a measure; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [17621/21]
• 2021-03-31
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Finance his plans for mortgage moratoriums for workers in the tourism and hospitality sector for 2021; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [17622/21]
• 2021-03-31
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media the estimated cost of introducing a direct grant for businesses in which food and drink can be consumed on the premises to assist them in adapting their businesses for outdoor dining if a grant of up to €10,000 was available per business. [17616/21]
• 2021-03-31
  PQ
  Asked Housing

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage the estimated cost of extending the local authority rates waiver for tourism and hospitality to March 2022. [17609/21]
• 2021-03-31
  PQ
  Asked Housing

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage the estimated cost of extending the local authority rates waiver for tourism and hospitality to the end of 2021. [17610/21]
• 2021-03-31
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Health if he will consider providing the tourism and hospitality sector with key indicators and conditions that will need to be met in order for them to reopen their businesses including the percentage of the adult population that will need to be vaccinated in order for businesses to open; the level of community transmission required for reopening; if tourism and hospitality businesses will only be able to open for vaccinated customers; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [17624/21]
• 2021-03-10
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media if she plans to introduce a specific grant for individual businesses to allow them to adapt their premises to provide facilities for outdoor dining given that it is expected that outdoor dining will be central to the tourism market in 2021; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [12537/21]
• 2021-03-10
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media if she plans to publish the names of persons and companies involved in behind the scenes and production work who benefited from the live performance support scheme alongside the performer, venue and promoter recipients whose names were published in November 2020; the efforts that were made to ensure an equitable distribution of funding to ensure companies involved in multiple productions did not receive a disproportionate advantage compared to others struggling without work; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [12576/21]
• 2021-03-10
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media if recipients of the pilot live performance support scheme will be eligible for any future roll-out of the scheme; her plans to ensure those who did not benefit from the pilot scheme are not excluded again; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [12577/21]
• 2021-03-03
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media when details will be available in relation to funding for the live entertainment fund announced in Budget 2021; when funding will be released; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [11650/21]
• 2021-03-03
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media if the live entertainment fund announced in Budget 2021 will be open to workers and SMEs that work in supporting fields such as communications and public relations and to other workers and SMEs in the non-funded live entertainment sector; the way the fund will be managed; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [11651/21]
• 2021-03-03
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media if she will consider seeking an expansion of the outdoor dining grant to include urban centres in the Border region; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [11913/21]
• 2021-02-24
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media the funding or grant aid supports that are available to sports clubs and organisations based in Northern Ireland; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [10329/21]
• 2021-02-24
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media the recommendations of the development and working conditions in the Irish film industry report of July 2018 published by the Oireachtas Joint Committee on Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht that have been implemented by her Department and which have yet to be implemented, respectively; her views on the recommendations contained in the report; if she plans to implement all recommendations contained within same; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [10335/21]
• 2021-02-24
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media the actions she is taking to end the practice of blacklisting of workers in the film industry; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [10336/21]
• 2021-02-03
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media when the review of the Children’s Commercial Communications Code will be laid before the Houses of the Oireachtas; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [5254/21]
• 2021-01-20
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media the funding streams available for the provision of a tourist office for a popular tourist area of Clogherhead, County Louth. [2767/21]
• 2021-01-13
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media the guidelines that regulate the promotion of Irish music on airplay on Irish radio and television; her plans to introduce additional regulations particularly with regard to setting a percentage quota requirement for Irish music on radio and television; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [44981/20]
• 2020-12-17
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media the regulations or legislation governing the area of advertising to children foods that are high in fat, salt and sugar on television, social media and other forms of media. [44513/20]
• 2020-12-08
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media if Fáilte Ireland has established destination recovery task forces for counties Louth and Meath; and if she will provide information regarding the remit, role and strategy and other relevant information on the task forces. [41868/20]
• 2020-11-19
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media the amount of additional funding allocated by her Department in budget 2021 above the allocation outlined in the Revised Estimates for 2020; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [37041/20]
• 2020-11-19
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media if she plans to introduce further supports for the local radio sector other than the €2.5 million made available earlier in 2020 through the sound and vision fund; if she plans to waive the broadcasting levy for the remainder of 2020 and for the first half of 2021; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [37044/20]
• 2020-11-19
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media if she will consider the creation of a Covid-19 media task force to address the ongoing crisis in the sector in the short term as a result of the pandemic; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [37042/20]
• 2020-11-19
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media is there a specific allocation made by her Department to local authorities for the development of tourism projects; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [37046/20]
• 2020-11-17
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media the funding allocation for her Department by project for 2021. [36431/20]
• 2020-11-17
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media if she has considered the inclusion of children's swimming lessons as a sport or activity allowed under level 3 Covid-19 restrictions; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [37080/20]
• 2020-11-17
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media when she plans to bring the Broadcasting (Amendment) Bill 2019 to Committee Stage; if she plans to amend its provisions in a significant way, in particular, sections relating to putting the licence fee out to private tender; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [37081/20]
• 2020-11-03
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media the supports available to free local newspapers under level 5 restrictions in order to ensure that they can survive the lockdown period in view that advertising is the sole income available to newspapers of this type and advertising revenue will collapse under Level 5 restrictions; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [32523/20]
• 2020-11-03
  PQ
  Asked Tourism

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media if additional funding will be available for clubs that are struggling financially due to Covid-19 restrictions; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [33092/20]
• 2020-10-01
  PQ
  Asked Media

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Media, Tourism, Arts, Culture, Sport and the Gaeltacht her plans to introduce a sector-specific Covid-19 plan for the coming months for the tourism and hospitality sector to provide additional support for businesses in view of the potential for further restrictions during the winter months; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [27684/20]
• 2020-10-01
  PQ
  Asked Media

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Media, Tourism, Arts, Culture, Sport and the Gaeltacht if the Commission on the Future of Irish Public Service Broadcasting plans to prioritise and expedite the matter of the licence fee; when the commission will report on same; her views on implementing the recommendations of the report regarding the licence fee; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [28045/20]
• 2020-10-01
  PQ
  Asked Media

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Media, Tourism, Arts, Culture, Sport and the Gaeltacht if the sports capital grant scheme is an annual funding scheme; the reason there was no funding round in 2019; if the funding rounds will be opened in 2020 and 2021; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [27683/20]
• 2020-09-30
  PQ
  Asked Media

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Media, Tourism, Arts, Culture, Sport and the Gaeltacht the status of the transfer of the National Symphony Orchestra to the National Concert Hall. [27685/20]
• 2020-09-30
  PQ
  Asked Media

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Media, Tourism, Arts, Culture, Sport and the Gaeltacht the representations she has made to the Minister for Social Protection and the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform regarding the need to return the employment wage subsidy scheme to the previous rate under the temporary wage subsidy scheme for the tourism sector given the long-term effects of the Covid-19 restrictions on business owners and workers in that sector; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [27686/20]
• 2020-09-30
  PQ
  Asked Media

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Media, Tourism, Arts, Culture, Sport and the Gaeltacht if her Department gives weighting to clubs applying for sports capital grants in circumstances in which women in sport will directly benefit; if not, her plans to include weighting of this type for clubs and groups applying for the grants; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [27687/20]
• 2020-09-22
  PQ
  Asked Media

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Media, Tourism, Arts, Culture, Sport and the Gaeltacht when she expects her full Ministerial briefing paper to be available and published on her Department’s website [25408/20]
• 2020-07-28
  PQ
  Asked Public

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform the OPW tourism and heritage sites that are open to the public by county, in tabular form. [19044/20]
• 2020-07-28
  PQ
  Asked Public

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform the OPW tourism and heritage sites that are closed to the public due to Covid-19 restrictions; and when they plan to reopen by county, in tabular form. [19045/20]
• 2020-07-14
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if all Gaelic games players competing in 2020 will undergo compulsory Covid-19 testing; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [15258/20]
• 2020-07-14
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the funding allocated in June 2020 to sporting bodies; the amount received by each sporting body or sporting governing body; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [15503/20]
• 2020-07-14
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if the funding allocated for sports in June 2020 will involve a grant scheme for individual sports clubs in financial difficulty due to Covid-19. [15504/20]
• 2020-07-14
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the funding allocation made to Tourism Ireland in each of the years 2017 to 2019, inclusive; and the expected spend for 2020. [15508/20]
• 2020-07-14
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the funding allocation made to Fáilte Ireland in each of the years 2017 to 2019, inclusive; and the expected spend for 2020. [15509/20]
• 2020-07-14
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the funding allocation made to local authorities for tourism purposes in each of the years 2017 to 2019, inclusive; and the expected spend for 2020. [15510/20]
• 2020-07-07
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the specific supports, including financial supports and guidelines or advice provided to those working as taxi drivers or chauffeurs; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [13802/20]
• 2020-06-30
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if the guidelines for pubs and restaurants relating to Covid-19 social distancing measures include outside spaces which may be used for seating. [12913/20]
• 2019-11-27
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the status of the voluntary river rescue in view of the fact that the Coast Guard has been stood down; if the river rescue will now be the first port of call of An Garda Síochána in the event of a marine casualty situation or emergency; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [49259/19]
• 2019-11-19
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport his views on the reply of the NTA to Parliamentary Question No. 219 of 6 September 2019 in which it indicated that it will take increases in carbon tax into consideration in fare reviews for public transport going forward; and if this means public transport outside of the Dublin Bus services (details supplied) in Dublin will see increases or decreases in fares. [47349/19]
• 2019-11-19
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport his views on whether public transport should be affordable; his further views on whether public transport fares should be cut (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [47350/19]
• 2019-11-19
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the consultation with representative groups or the general public that takes place as part of NTA fare reviews; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [47351/19]
• 2019-11-05
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the status of the Ardee bypass project; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [44443/19]
• 2019-10-16
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the arrangements his Department has made with the Department of Finance and the NTA to ensure that increases in carbon tax on fuel will not result in price hikes in public transport fares; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [42381/19]
• 2019-07-23
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the spend on LocalLink and the rural transport programme in 2018 and to date in 2019. [33954/19]
• 2019-07-23
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the spend on PSO in 2018 and to date 2019. [33955/19]
• 2019-07-23
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the spend in 2018 and to date in 2019 on sports capital grants. [33956/19]
• 2019-07-23
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the spend on each of the CIÉ companies, Iarnród Éireann, Dublin Bus and Bus Éireann, in 2018 and to date in 2019. [33957/19]
• 2019-07-23
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the spend on both road improvements and road maintenance on local and regional roads in 2018 and to date in 2019. [33958/19]
• 2019-07-23
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the spend on the specific improvement grant to date in 2019; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [33959/19]
• 2019-07-23
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the spend on cycle lanes, walking infrastructure and greenways to date in 2019. [33960/19]
• 2019-07-23
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the spend on improving disability access on public transport. [33961/19]
• 2019-07-23
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the spend on Fáilte Ireland and Tourism Ireland in 2018 and to date in 2019. [33962/19]
• 2019-07-23
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the average and the longest waiting time for a driver test once an appointment has been made at each test centre, in tabular form; the number of persons in each centre who are waiting for a test date; and the average and longest waiting time persons are waiting for test dates to be arranged. [34031/19]
• 2019-07-09
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport his views on the estimated spend of 20% of the budget of his Department on public transport; his plans to increase this percentage in view of existing deficits in public transport provision and the ongoing need to reduce car use to comply with obligations regarding emissions; his further plans to increase spending on the public service levy specifically to increase routes and service frequency; if new railway projects will be announced in particular outside of the greater Dublin area; the increase in the public transport budget he is seeking in budget 2020; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [29825/19]
• 2019-07-09
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the status of the preliminary appraisal for a bypass of Julianstown, which was submitted by Meath County Council to his Department and Transport Infrastructure Ireland in December 2018; the decisions taken; when he plans to proceed with the project; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [29566/19]
• 2019-07-09
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport his views on proposals to create a single all-Ireland soccer league; if the required funding will be provided; and if he has had meetings or interactions with groups or persons on the matter. [29565/19]
• 2019-07-09
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the reason for recent decision to grant fifth freedom rights to an airline (details supplied) to operate commercial flights from Dublin to Madrid; if unions that represent workers in the aviation industry were consulted regarding the change; if not, the reason; his views on whether unions in cases of this nature should be consulted; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [29755/19]
• 2019-07-03
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the capital allocation provided to Iarnród Éireann, Bus Éireann and Dublin Bus in each of the years 2016 to 2019. [28396/19]
• 2019-07-02
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the reviews under way regarding the regulation of electric scooters; the timeframe for the completion of such reviews; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [27731/19]
• 2019-07-02
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport his plans to introduce legislation regarding the regulation of e-scooters; the premise of such legislation; the date for publication of same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [27732/19]
• 2019-06-26
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the 2019 budget allocation to the rural transport programme and Local Link; and the estimated first and full-year cost of a 15% increase on a straight line basis for each of the years 2020 to 2024, in tabular form. [27057/19]
• 2019-06-26
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the 2019 PSO subvention and monetary increase of increasing this figure by percentages (details supplied). [27058/19]
• 2019-06-26
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the annual subvention to CIÉ in each of the years 2008 and 2019, in tabular form; and the individual amounts allocated to Iarnród Éireann, Bus Éireann, Dublin Bus, Go-Ahead and other operators. [27059/19]
• 2019-06-26
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if costing will be provided for accessibility works to bus stations nationwide. [27060/19]
• 2019-06-26
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if costing will be provided for accessibility works to railway stations nationwide. [27061/19]
• 2019-06-26
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if costing will be provided for the construction of wheelchair accessible bus stops as required nationwide. [27062/19]
• 2019-06-26
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if costing will be provided for the replacement of non-wheelchair accessible vehicles for Bus Éireann. [27063/19]
• 2019-06-26
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if costing will be provided for accessibility works to the rail train fleet. [27064/19]
• 2019-06-26
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if costing will be provided for the conversion of the taxi and hackney fleet to a fully wheelchair accessible fleet. [27065/19]
• 2019-06-26
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if costing will be provided for the St. Andrews Agreement commitment to co-fund the construction of the A5 to Derry. [27066/19]
• 2019-06-26
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the 2019 budget allocation to investment in regional and local roads; and the estimated cost of increasing this figure by 5%. [27067/19]
• 2019-06-26
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the 2019 capital budget allocation to Iarnród Éireann. [27068/19]
• 2019-06-26
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the spend to date on the development of cycling infrastructure. [27069/19]
• 2019-06-26
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the status of progress on the port access northern cross-route, Drogheda; if estimated costings for the delivery of the project can be provided; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [27070/19]
• 2019-06-26
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the allocation in 2018 and 2019 for investment in making public transport accessible for wheelchair users; and the spend in 2018 and to date in 2019, by category (details supplied). [27071/19]
• 2019-06-26
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the allocation for 2019 for the Narrow Water Bridge project. [27072/19]
• 2019-06-26
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the allocation in each of the years 2014 to 2019 to Fáilte Ireland; if specific funding is provided for tourism to local authorities or other agencies; and if so, the spend on those projects in each of the years 2016 to 2018 and to date in 2019. [27073/19]
• 2019-06-26
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the categories of allocated funding for roads (details supplied); and the funding allocated under each of the categories in each of the years 2016 to 2018 and to date in 2019. [27074/19]
• 2019-06-26
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the spend on regional and local road funding for 2018 and to date in 2019; and the spend on maintenance, upgrades, new roads and other relevant spending headings relating to regional and local roads. [27075/19]
• 2019-06-26
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the allocation by airport of funding allocated to local airports in 2017, 2018 and 2019. [27076/19]
• 2019-06-26
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the allocation for ports by port for 2017, 2018 and 2019. [27077/19]
• 2019-06-26
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the allocation for the sports capital grant in 2017, 2018 and 2019; and the estimated cost of increasing the 2019 allocation by 10%. [27078/19]
• 2019-06-26
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the allocation for Sport Ireland in 2018 and 2019. [27079/19]
• 2019-06-26
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the estimated cost of reducing fares on Bus Éireann by 10%. [27080/19]
• 2019-06-26
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the estimated cost of reducing fares on Dublin Bus by 10%. [27081/19]
• 2019-06-26
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the estimated cost of reducing fares on Iarnród Éireann by 10%. [27082/19]
• 2019-05-22
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the status of progress of the public transport stakeholders' forum; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [22052/19]
• 2019-05-22
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the engagements he has had with the Minister for Justice and Equality regarding the matter of legislating or regulating the reckless operation of scrambler and quad bikes; and when legislation will be published to deal with the matter. [22051/19]
• 2019-05-08
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if a passport is an acceptable form of identification for national car test, NCT, centres; if not, the reason it is not accepted; and the form of identification that should be presented. [18894/19]
• 2019-05-08
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport his plans to introduce changes to the law or regulations regarding driver licences; if he will address the matter of more than 120,000 learner permit holders who obtained their first licence between 1984 and 2016 and have never taken a driver test (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [19059/19]
• 2019-05-08
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport his plans to regulate push and motorised scooters and other similar vehicles; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [19060/19]
• 2019-05-08
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport his plans to introduce legislation or regulations to make it mandatory for motorists to have headlights on at all times while driving; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [20043/19]
• 2019-04-16
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if he or the National Transport Authority, NTA, plan to review the rule regarding the age limit for vehicles which operate as taxis; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [17362/19]
• 2019-04-02
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the engagement he has had with an organisation (details supplied) regarding compliance with the governance code for the community, voluntary and charity sector, as endorsed by his Department; the actions he plans to take to ensure good governance in view of recent financial irregularities at the organisation and recent changes in personnel; the oversight he has to ensure compliance; his views on the policy of potentially withdrawing funding, as previously stated by him in cases of non-compliance; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [15372/19]
• 2019-04-02
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the status of the Irish Aviation Authority (Amendment) Bill; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [15127/19]
• 2019-03-26
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the additional resources including funding of pay, additional staff or other measures that have been introduced to cope with the expected surge in motorists applying to transfer their British and Northern Irish driver licences to Irish driver licences. [13303/19]
• 2019-03-26
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the reason the Bus Éireann expressway route 100X is not designated wheelchair accessible despite having wheelchair accessibility at all stops on the route and the buses driving the route have wheelchair accessibility; and his plans to designate the route as wheelchair accessible. [13447/19]
• 2019-03-26
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the full cost to date for the maintenance of the unopened private service stations on the M11 at Ballyellin, Inch, Gorey, County Wexford; and if a breakdown of the various costs will be provided. [13902/19]
• 2019-03-26
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the estimated increase in PSO subvention needed to reduce average Dublin Bus ticket prices by a quarter and by a half; and the estimated increase in PSO subvention required to completely subsidise all Dublin Bus usage. [14115/19]
• 2019-03-26
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the estimated increase in PSO subvention needed to accommodate 25%, 50% and 100% increases in public transport usage; and the national public transport total by specific figures for Bus Éireann, Iarnród Éireann, and Dublin Bus in tabular form. [14116/19]
• 2019-03-26
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the estimated increase in public transport journeys if PSO subvention were increased to subsidise fares by a further 25%, 50% and 100%; and the national public transport total, with specific figures for Bus Éireann, Iarnród Éireann and Dublin Bus in tabular form. [14117/19]
• 2019-03-26
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the estimated increase in public transport passengers if PSO subvention were increased to subsidise fares by a further 25%, 50% and 100% and the national public transport total, with specific figures for Bus Éireann, Iarnród Éireann, and Dublin Bus in tabular form. [14118/19]
• 2019-03-26
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the estimated cost of increasing public transport capacity by 25%, 50% and 100%; and the national public transport total, with specific figures for Bus Éireann, Iarnród Éireann and Dublin Bus in tabular form. [14119/19]
• 2019-03-12
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the position on the inclusion of the western rail corridor as a transport link eligible for funding under the European Union Connecting Europe Facility (details supplied); his views on the position of the European Parliament; if he will relay same to EU Council negotiators; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [11830/19]
• 2019-03-12
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if he has commissioned a feasibility study into the extension of the western rail corridor (details supplied); the sections of the rail line being prioritised; if the prospective costs of the project have been examined; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [11831/19]
• 2019-03-06
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the steps he has taken in 2018 in particular to address the dangers posed by drones at airports. [11023/19]
• 2019-03-06
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if all persons arriving in airports here on a domestic flight must go through immigration control despite the fact that they are travelling within the State; and his plans to remove this requirement. [11024/19]
• 2019-03-06
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the action he has taken or plans to take to review the safety and regulation of the use of electric scooters, electric hoverboards and uniwheels. [11026/19]
• 2019-03-06
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the status of a driver test demand scenario planning submission which was sent to his Department by the RSA; if the 67 proposed additional driver testers and 17 staff were appointed; if approval was given for same; when the decision was taken; the number of testers and staff appointed; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [11027/19]
• 2019-03-05
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the capital cost of each category of vehicle purchased by the NTA or bodies funded by the NTA including trains and buses of all types of seat capacity and size; and the cost of all types of electric vehicles in tabular form. [10890/19]
• 2019-02-26
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the increase in public service obligation subvention needed to reduce average Iarnród Éireann ticket prices by a quarter, a half and to completely subsidise all public train usage. [9108/19]
• 2019-02-26
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the increase in public service obligation subvention needed to reduce average Bus Éireann ticket prices by a quarter, a half and to completely subsidise all public bus usage. [9109/19]
• 2019-02-26
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the increase in public service obligation subvention needed to reduce prices of all public transport covered by the public service obligation to average European Union prices. [9110/19]
• 2019-02-26
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the estimated usage of Iarnród Éireann, Bus Éireann and Dublin Bus by estimated age groups of passengers in tabular form. [9111/19]
• 2019-02-26
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the number of bus and train journeys completed each year by transport services covered by the public service obligation by county or comparable regional data set. [9112/19]
• 2019-02-26
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the funding provided to the National Transport Authority from 2000 to 2019; and the amount expressed as a percentage of total general expenditure in each year, in tabular form. [9113/19]
• 2019-02-26
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport The public service obligation subvention provided to public transport in gross terms; and the amount expressed as a percentage of total funding provided to NTA public transport in 2000 to 2019, in tabular form. [9114/19]
• 2019-02-26
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the measures that will be put in place to mitigate, even temporarily, the effects of a no-deal Brexit on regional airports such as Ireland West Airport. [9315/19]
• 2019-02-20
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the mediator providing mediation services in relation to a dispute (details supplied); the name of the mediator; the powers under which they were appointed; if copies of the terms of reference and objectives of the mediation process will be provided; the timeframe for negotiations and mediation; the projected cost of the mediation; the funding stream that will fund same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8606/19]
• 2019-02-20
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport further to Parliamentary Question No. 923 of 15 January 2019, the expected publication date for the NTA transport plan for Newbridge, County Kildare. [8669/19]
• 2019-02-20
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the details of each of the tolls here; the name of the company that has the contract for each toll; and when each contract for each toll expires. [8771/19]
• 2019-02-12
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the status of insurance green cards for motorists crossing the Border; the details of the one month’s notice that will be required of motorists; the process of production of the green cards; the application process for motorists; if there will be a cost; and the interventions made with the EU and Britain on behalf of motorists here to ensure that there will be a seamless transition for motorists crossing the Border if Britain leaves the EU without an agreement. [7050/19]
• 2019-02-12
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the engagement he has had with an association (details supplied) regarding its compliance with the governance code endorsed by his Department; his views on recent changes at the organisation that will see board members who are serving terms in excess of ten years' duration seeking re-election for a further four-year term; the oversight his Department has in this regard; if he has the authority to impose penalties on non-compliant bodies; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [6712/19]
• 2019-02-12
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the number of users of the LocalLink service in each of the areas it is in operation in each of the years 2016 to 2018. [6428/19]
• 2019-02-06
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport further to Parliamentary Question No. 236 of 30 January 2019, his plans to introduce a service (details supplied) in either rural or urban areas in the future; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5815/19]
• 2019-02-06
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport his plans regarding extension of the short hop zone to Drogheda, County Louth, on the northern railway line in view of the fact that the National Development Plan 2018-2027 investment in the DART expansion programme has made provision for extending the metropolitan DART network for the greater Dublin area as far as Drogheda; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5836/19]
• 2019-02-05
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the annual operating costs of the Navan, Athlone and Sligo Bus Éireann town bus service, respectively; and the cost of fuel, insurance, staffing, maintenance and so on. [5152/19]
• 2019-02-05
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the mid-point annual pay for drivers in Bus Éireann and LocalLink services, respectively. [5153/19]
• 2019-02-05
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the additional resources, finance or both required to implement a guarantee of a driver test within six weeks of application; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5154/19]
• 2019-02-05
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the details regarding item No. 72 of the update report on the national mitigation plan: actions complete, in relation to establishing a behavioural economics working group to consider behavioural change; the number of members in this group; the grades of the members; the date on which the group was established; the number of occasions it has met; the purpose or goals of the group; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5362/19]
• 2019-02-05
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the number of journeys not awarded the correct discount regarding electronic vehicles and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles, respectively, on each of the road tolls since the introduction of the scheme; the way in which he plans to remedy the situation; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5575/19]
• 2019-01-31
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the number of persons awaiting driver test dates by county; the average waiting time; and the longest waiting time in tabular form. [4794/19]
• 2019-01-31
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the number of persons who have been given driver test dates by county; the average time between receiving the date and the test date itself; and the longest waiting time between receiving the test date itself in tabular form. [4795/19]
• 2019-01-31
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the number of driver test centres; and the location of each centre by county in tabular form. [4796/19]
• 2019-01-31
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the number of additional driver testers recruited each month since January 2018 by county; the location each tester has been stationed to work; and the number of testers required in each centre in order for them to be fully staffed. [4797/19]
• 2019-01-31
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the travel options available to persons who are awaiting a driver test date in rural areas that do not have an adequate public transport system and who need to get to educational institutes and work but are not in a position to travel to same with a passenger who is in possession of a full driver licence. [4798/19]
• 2019-01-31
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the areas catered for by LocalLink; and his plans to extend the service in the future. [4799/19]
• 2019-01-31
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport when he will publish the findings of a review into the evening services pilot by LocalLink. [4800/19]
• 2019-01-31
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the number of taxi plates in each county nationally. [4810/19]
• 2019-01-30
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport his plans to introduce a policy to allow persons who are not taxi licence holders to take fares in their locality in rural areas which do not have access to taxi services; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [4449/19]
• 2019-01-24
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if his attention has been drawn to the situation for many young drivers that hold learner permits and are unable to obtain car insurance (details supplied); the measures he has taken or plans to take to rectify same; if he has considered a special scheme for young drivers in which they are charged a set insurance rate which increases if they commit a driving offence; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [3508/19]
• 2019-01-15
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport when he expects the NTA to publish a transport plan for Newbridge, County Kildare which was due to be published at the end of 2018; the timeline for the plan; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1160/19]
• 2018-12-12
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the measures he plans to put in place in order to tackle the increasing number of attacks on the public transport network; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [52270/18]
• 2018-12-04
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the full cost to date for the maintenance of the unopened private service station on the M11 at Ballyellin, Inch, Gorey, County Wexford; and the breakdown of the various costs. [50259/18]
• 2018-12-04
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if a funding application has been received to date for the Julianstown bypass; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [50376/18]
• 2018-12-04
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if there has been engagement between his Department and Meath County Council regarding the worsening traffic conditions on the R132 through Julianstown with a view to advancing the case for a bypass; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [50377/18]
• 2018-11-28
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport his plans to introduce legislation to require mandatory drug and alcohol testing of transport and haulage drivers; the details of same; the timeline in this regard; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [49610/18]
• 2018-11-20
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the status of the current state of the CIE superannuation scheme 1951; his plans in relation to the scheme; his plans to reimburse the scheme of moneys previously removed during the recession; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [48284/18]
• 2018-11-15
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if the construction of the A5 upgrade to a dual carriageway from Derry city and County Donegal to County Monaghan will be equally co-funded. [47483/18]
• 2018-11-13
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if emergency calls to the Irish Coast Guard are recorded; the chronology setting out the sequence of events involving the Irish Coast Guard relating to an incident (details supplied); and if all recordings and documents in connection with the incident will be made available to the family. [46981/18]
• 2018-11-06
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport to outline the rationale for the continued privatisation of the public bus network, in particular, the latest tranche of Bus Éireann routes to be put out to tender, in view of the fact that the first privatisation effort has only begun and has, therefore, not been subject to a performance review. [45720/18]
• 2018-11-06
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the breakdown of additional spend for each of the three CIÉ companies, capital and current, and a company (details supplied) in budget 2019. [45646/18]
• 2018-11-06
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the rationale for putting forward plans for a third terminal at Dublin Airport despite opposition from key stakeholders; the details of the lobbying efforts to his Department and office in favour of a third terminal; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [45645/18]
• 2018-11-06
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the contingency plan being put in place by him regarding the matter of reports that one third of Irish planes could be grounded by a no-deal Brexit; the engagement he has had with the European Commission, the Irish Aviation Authority and other relevant authorities in this regard; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [45647/18]
• 2018-11-06
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the powers or actions at his disposal regarding dangerous old suburban link roads that fail considerably when compared with modern standards such as those in the design manual for urban road and streets; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [45128/18]
• 2018-11-06
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport his plans to carry out a road safety audit of Hillcrest Road, Sandyford, Dublin 18, in view of section 5.4.1 of the design manual for urban roads and streets (details supplied). [45370/18]
• 2018-11-06
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if he has examined the potential of the Air Corps being redeployed to provide helicopter support services for the Irish Coast Guard; and if he will request a business case or cost benefit analysis to examine this potential. [45371/18]
• 2018-10-25
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Finance his plans to raise the VAT rate on hotel rooms; and his views on changing VAT rates in the tourism sector. [37796/18]
• 2018-10-24
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the legislative provisions that apply to safeguard the safety, health and welfare of those staying in caravan and camping parks; and his views on whether this legislative framework is adequate, in particular the Fáilte Ireland approved caravan and camping parks registration and renewal of registration regulations under the Tourist Traffic Acts 1939 to 2003. [44083/18]
• 2018-10-24
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if he will direct Fáilte Ireland to use its powers under relevant legislation, including the Fáilte Ireland approved caravan and camping parks registration and renewal of registration Regulations under the Tourist Traffic Acts 1939 to 2003, to review the regulations to strengthen the safety regulations in view of a recent tragedy in County Galway due to bad weather; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [44084/18]
• 2018-10-23
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if his attention has been drawn to the fact that some tolled roads, including the M1 and Galway-bound toll, charge taxis the commercial rate while others charge taxis the lower non-commercial rate; the reason this is the case; the legislation or regulation under which this anomaly exists; his plans to bring the rates charged in line potentially by charging the lower rate unilaterally; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43721/18]
• 2018-10-09
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport when the audit of section 32 of the Irish Aviation Authority Act 1993 will commence. [41250/18]
• 2018-09-19
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the reason the port access northern cross route is not included in Project Ireland 2040 or the National Development Plan 2018-2027 (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37889/18]
• 2018-09-19
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport when the revised rail review will be published; the position regarding Iarnród Éireann; the debt at the company; the safety issues that have been flagged; and the steps he plans to take to improve matters including details of capital investment. [37795/18]
• 2018-09-19
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport his views on whether tourism is being curtailed by the lack of hotel rooms in Dublin; and the way in which future capacity is being managed in view of the housing emergency. [37796/18]
• 2018-09-19
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport when the review of search and rescue operations will be published in view of an air accident investigation unit interim statement on the Rescue 116 crash which found that rescue operations are affected by confusion regarding roles and responsibilities among agencies; the reason a mechanism to carry out safety oversight of search and rescue operations has not been established by his Department; his views on whether the responsibility for co-ordination of agencies should be handed to another agency such as the Irish Aviation Authority; and if so, when this will happen. [37794/18]
• 2018-09-07
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport when the NTA rail review document will be published. [35718/18]
• 2018-09-07
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the measures in place to deal with and to curb anti-social behaviour on the rail networks including Iarnród Éireann and Luas; his plans to introduce additional measures; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36217/18]
• 2018-09-07
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport further to Parliamentary Question No. 503 of 15 May 2018, the name of all consultants and the fees paid or due to them by the NTA and TII, his Department or other public funding streams regarding the MetroLink project in each of the years 2011 to 2017 and to date in 2018, in tabular form. [36224/18]
• 2018-09-07
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the fees charged by consultants to the State including the NTA, TII, his Department and the other State agencies involved regarding BusConnects in each of the years 2014 to 2017 and to date in 2018. [36225/18]
• 2018-09-07
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the number of persons awaiting driver tests; and the number who have been allocated a test date. [36494/18]
• 2018-09-07
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the number of persons awaiting a driver test date by county; the average waiting time; and the longest expected waiting time in tabular form. [36495/18]
• 2018-09-07
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the number of persons who have been allocated a driver test date by county; the average waiting time; and the longest expected waiting time in tabular form. [36496/18]
• 2018-09-07
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the number of driver instructors recruited in each of the years 2016, 2017 and to date in 2018; the number of instructors who have retired or left their posts in each of those years; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36497/18]
• 2018-07-24
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if the marine search and rescue region will be widened beyond its limits on the eastern shore of the Inishowen Peninsula and further out around County Donegal to enable the Coast Guard co-ordination centre at Malin Head to more effectively co-ordinate the local response to marine emergencies in the region. [33852/18]
• 2018-07-24
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if he will consider reintroducing financial assistance to the City of Derry Airport to reflect the high percentage of passengers from County Donegal using the airport. [33853/18]
• 2018-07-24
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the estimated cost of removing the toll at the Dublin Port tunnel for taxi drivers for 2019. [34016/18]
• 2018-07-12
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if his attention has been drawn to situation by which owners of vehicles over ten years old which have valid NCTs have significant difficulties in insuring these vehicles at a reasonable price; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [31675/18]
• 2018-07-12
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the status of the port access northern cross route, Drogheda; the estimated cost for the delivery of the project; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [31801/18]
• 2018-07-12
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport further to Parliamentary Question No. 535 of 29 May 2018, if the updated consultation report referred to was brought to the Government; when the report will be published by the NTA; and the capital spend for 2017 and 2018 on Iarnród Éireann. [31803/18]
• 2018-07-12
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the allocation in 2017 and 2018 for investment in making public transport accessible for wheelchair users; the spend in each of those years on bus stations, buses and coaches, coach stops on PSO services, railway stations, the rail fleet and taxis and hackneys.; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [31804/18]
• 2018-07-12
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the allocation for 2018 for the Narrow Water bridge project. [31805/18]
• 2018-07-12
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the allocation for each of the years 2013 to 2018 to Fáilte Ireland; if his Department provides specific funding for tourism to local authorities or other agencies; and if so, the spend for those projects in each of the years 2015 to 2018. [31806/18]
• 2018-07-12
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the categories of funding for roads including regional, local, secondary, national roads, motorways and other road categories; and the funding allocated under each of these categories for each of the years 2015 to 2018, in tabular form. [31807/18]
• 2018-07-12
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport further to Parliamentary Question No. 350 of 29 May 2018, the spend on regional and local road funding for 2017 and 2018. [31808/18]
• 2018-07-12
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the amount allocated to local airports in 2016, 2017 and 2018, by airport. [31809/18]
• 2018-07-12
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the allocation for ports 2016, 2017, and 2018, by port. [31810/18]
• 2018-07-12
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport further to Parliamentary Question No. 503 of 15 May 2018, the expenditure on consultancy costs for the MetroLink project; and the amount paid to each person or company in each year since the consultancy spend commenced in tabular form. [32314/18]
• 2018-07-12
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the amount spent by his Department, TII and the NTA on outside consultancy costs in the planning of the BusConnects project by year; the amount paid to each individual consultancy firm or person in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [32315/18]
• 2018-07-10
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the spend by Fáilte Ireland in each of the years 2015 to 2017; the breakdown of the spend; and the expected spend in 2018 for each county in tabular form. [30344/18]
• 2018-07-03
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the estimated cost of the conversion of the taxi and hackney fleet to a fully wheelchair accessible fleet. [29168/18]
• 2018-07-03
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the cost of the St. Andrews's Agreement commitment to co-fund the construction of the A5 to Derry; and the estimated cost of the project in 2017 and 2018. [29169/18]
• 2018-07-03
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the 2018 budget allocation for investment in regional and local roads; and the estimated cost of increasing same by 5%. [29170/18]
• 2018-06-19
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the 2018 budget allocation to the rural transport programme; and the first and full year costs of a 15% increase on a straight line basis for the years 2019 to 2023, in tabular form. [26747/18]
• 2018-06-19
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the 2018 PSO subvention; and the estimated cost of increasing same by 5%, 10%, 15%, 20% and 25%, respectively, in tabular form. [26748/18]
• 2018-06-19
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the subvention to CIÉ in each of the years 2007 to 2017 and to date in 2018; the amounts allocated to each of the primary transport providers, that is, Iarnród Éireann, Bus Éireann, Bus Átha Cliath, a company (details supplied) and other operators, in tabular form. [26749/18]
• 2018-06-19
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the costings for accessibility works to bus stations nationwide. [26750/18]
• 2018-06-19
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the costings for accessibility works to railway stations nationwide. [26751/18]
• 2018-06-19
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the costings for the construction of wheelchair accessible bus stops nationwide. [26752/18]
• 2018-06-19
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the costings for the replacement of non-wheelchair accessible vehicles for Bus Éireann. [26753/18]
• 2018-06-19
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the costings for accessibility works to the train fleet. [26754/18]
• 2018-06-19
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the 2018 capital budget allocation to Iarnród Éireann. [26758/18]
• 2018-06-19
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the spend in 2018 on the development of cycling infrastructure. [26759/18]
• 2018-06-19
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the reason for the delay in setting up a body to assist whistleblowers in the civil aviation industry as required under EU regulation 376/2014; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [26695/18]
• 2018-06-12
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the reason his Department was unaware of the legal standing of the policy in regard to the mandatory nature of public services cards for those who wish to obtain a driver's licence or theory test; the reason his Department and the Road Safety Authority appear to have had a significantly different understanding of the policy; the way in which approximately €2 million was spent by the Road Safety Authority in making arrangements to implement a policy which was then scrapped; the situation regarding public services cards and obtaining driver licences and driver theory tests; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25536/18]
• 2018-06-12
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the engagement he has had with the Minister for Justice and Equality regarding increases in resources for the Garda traffic corps, in particular increases in personnel; the plans to increase personnel and resources for the traffic corps for budget 2019; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25537/18]
• 2018-06-12
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the impediments which exist to the regulation of rickshaws in view of the fact that most other European states have regulated their use; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25253/18]
• 2018-06-12
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the options his Department is considering to manage traffic capacity issues on the M50; if the introduction of additional tolling is the preferred option; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25252/18]
• 2018-06-12
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport his plans to amend section 15 of the Taxi Regulation Act 2013 to make it mandatory for holders of small public service vehicle licences to nominate a person to inherit their licence in the event of the death of the licenceholder; the other options that would ensure that small public service vehicle licences will be inherited in the event of the death of the licenceholder; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25251/18]
• 2018-06-12
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the grants available for taxi operators to purchase wheelchair accessible vehicles; the eligibility for persons who wish to apply for grant aid to purchase wheelchair accessible vehicles; and if these grants are available to individual drivers planning to purchase one vehicle in addition to taxi companies that may wish to purchase multiple vehicles. [24506/18]
• 2018-06-12
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the number of bicycles Iarnród Éireann trains can carry per journey on each of its routes in tabular form. [25198/18]
• 2018-05-29
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport to set out in tabular form the number of taxi licence holders who have completed form S15N and the section 15 nomination process in each of the years 2014 to 2017; and the number of taxi licence holders by county. [23237/18]
• 2018-05-29
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport to set out the estimated cost of increasing the funding for the Rural Transport Programme by 5%. [23370/18]
• 2018-05-29
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport to outline the estimated cost of making all public transport services fully wheelchair accessible; and the breakdown of the cost including upgrading existing vehicles, upgrading existing infrastructure including bus stops and train stations and staffing costs. [23371/18]
• 2018-05-29
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport to set out in tabular form the planned capital spend for 2018 and the intended allocation for 2019 for construction of the A5 motorway as contained in the current projected capital expenditure figures. [23372/18]
• 2018-05-29
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport to set down the estimated full year cost of restoring funding to Tourism Ireland to 2008 levels. [23373/18]
• 2018-05-29
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport to set out in tabular form the allocation for Tourism Ireland in each of the years 2011 to 2017; the allocation for 2018; and the planned allocation for 2019. [23374/18]
• 2018-05-29
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport to set out the estimated full year cost of increasing funding to Tourism Ireland by 1%, 2%, 3% and 5%, respectively. [23375/18]
• 2018-05-29
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport to outline the level of funding expended on the local improvement scheme in each of the years 2010 to 2017; the associated number of projects supported in each of those years; the average payment made in each of those years; the allocation for 2018; and the level of funding expected to be allocated on the scheme in 2019. [23376/18]
• 2018-05-29
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport to set out the estimated full year cost of increasing funding to secondary roads improvement schemes by 1%, 2%, 3% and 5%, respectively. [23377/18]
• 2018-05-29
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport to outline the estimated cost of completing the next stage of all regional or secondary roads projects under construction or in planning. [23378/18]
• 2018-05-29
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the allocation for the upgrade and maintenance of regional and secondary roads over each of the past ten years; and the expected allocation for the upgrade and maintenance of these roads for 2018. [23379/18]
• 2018-05-29
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the allocation for public cycle lanes over each of the past ten years; the breakdown of maintenance on existing cycle lanes and spend on new cycle lanes; and the expected allocation for 2019. [23380/18]
• 2018-05-29
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the allocation for the PSO in each of the years 2011 to 2017; the allocation for 2018; and the planned allocation for 2019, in tabular form. [23382/18]
• 2018-05-29
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the estimated cost of increasing the Exchequer subvention to CIÉ by 5%, 10%, 15% and 20%, respectively. [23383/18]
• 2018-05-29
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the breakdown of the PSO in each of the years 2011 to 2017 into each of its CIÉ recipients, Dublin Bus, Iarnród Éireann and Bus Éireann; the allocation for 2018; and the planned allocation for 2019. [23384/18]
• 2018-05-29
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the estimated cost of both current and capital investment needed to put Iarnród Éireann on an economically sustainable footing. [23385/18]
• 2018-05-29
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the estimated cost of both current and capital investment needed to put Bus Éireann on an economically sustainable footing. [23386/18]
• 2018-05-29
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the cost of maintenance in each of the years 2012 to 2017 and to date in 2018 on national roads; and the expected spend in 2019. [23387/18]
• 2018-05-29
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the cost of maintenance in each of the years 2012 to 2017 and to date 2018 on regional and local roads; and the expected spend in 2019. [23388/18]
• 2018-05-29
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the estimated full year cost of restoring funding for secondary roads improvement schemes to 2008 levels. [23389/18]
• 2018-05-29
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the estimated full year cost of restoring funding to the sports capital programme to 2008 levels. [23390/18]
• 2018-05-29
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the estimated full year cost of increasing funding to the sports capital programme by 1%, 2%, 3% and 5%, respectively. [23391/18]
• 2018-05-29
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the allocation to an organisation (details supplied) in each of the years 2016, 2017 and 2018; and the breakdown of the distributions of the funding to sports bodies and each of their associated allocations in each of those years. [23392/18]
• 2018-05-29
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the funding provided to an organisation (details supplied) in each of the years 2008 to 2018. [23393/18]
• 2018-05-29
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the funding provided to an organisation (details supplied) in each of the years 2008 to 2018. [23394/18]
• 2018-05-29
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the allocation to the sports capital grant scheme in each of the years 2008 to 2018; and the distributions to sports bodies and associated allocations in 2016, 2017 and 2018. [23395/18]
• 2018-05-29
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the estimated cost of updating trains and rail infrastructure to cope with projected capacity increases in each of the years 2018 to 2022. [23396/18]
• 2018-05-29
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the estimated cost of upgrading heavy rail to operate on electricity. [23397/18]
• 2018-05-29
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the estimated cost of implementing the remaining measures in the greater Dublin area cycle network plan. [23398/18]
• 2018-05-29
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the estimated cost of upgrading rail systems to include critical safety control and communications systems such as a system for mobile communications, a national train control centre and automatic train protection. [23399/18]
• 2018-05-29
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the estimated cost of removing tolls from all tolled roads; and the amount of that cost comprising compensation for the companies operating the tolls. [23400/18]
• 2018-05-29
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the number of years that remain on each contract for tolling; and the name of the company operating each toll. [23401/18]
• 2018-05-23
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the criteria under which sports capital grant applications are assessed; the details of the criteria and the weighting of each category within the criteria; if there is a specific category in the marking of applications for clubs and organisations in RAPID areas; if he will provide additional detail regarding the part of the application process that deals with disadvantaged areas; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [22769/18]
• 2018-05-16
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the compulsory purchase order methodology which will be applied to house and apartment owners of those that will be impacted by the MetroLink project; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21543/18]
• 2018-05-16
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if comparable alternative accommodation will be offered to homeowners and tenants of those that receive compulsory purchase orders due to the MetroLink project. [21544/18]
• 2018-05-16
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if compensation in addition to market value will be offered to those that receive compulsory purchase orders due to the MetroLink project. [21545/18]
• 2018-05-16
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the engagement, advice and support provided and offered to those whose homes fall under compulsory purchase orders due to the MetroLink project. [21546/18]
• 2018-05-16
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the criteria for issuing compulsory purchase orders relevant to infrastructure or transport projects. [21547/18]
• 2018-05-15
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if the Road Safety Authority, RSA, accepts payment for driver tests before a date for the test has been confirmed; when a policy of accepting payment prior to the confirmation of a date was introduced; if his attention has been drawn to the fact that some persons who pay their test fee are unable to find an available test date in their area using the online calendar on the website until 2021; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21029/18]
• 2018-05-15
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the cost, since 2011 to date, of outside consultants used by the National Transport Authority, NTA, Transport Infrastructure Ireland, TII, and other relevant organisations in the planning of the proposed MetroLink project. [21248/18]
• 2018-05-15
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the waiting times, including the expected longest waiting times, for driver tests in each county; and the number of persons awaiting test dates, in tabular form. [21412/18]
• 2018-05-08
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the number of wheelchair-accessible taxis registered in each county. [19703/18]
• 2018-05-08
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the amount of funding allocated to the large-scale sport infrastructure fund announced by the Minister in his budget 2018 speech for each of the years 2018 to 2020; the amount of this funding he plans to ring-fence for disadvantaged areas; his plans to put safeguards and conditions in place to ensure that the majority of the available funding is used in disadvantaged areas with poor sports facilities as part of the process of his Department drafting terms and conditions for the fund; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [19823/18]
• 2018-04-24
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the status of the proposal to remove the slip road tolls in Drogheda for Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann which is taking place in the town in August 2018; the steps he has taken to pursue the removal of the tolls; the engagement that has taken place with relevant stakeholders; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [18030/18]
• 2018-04-24
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport his plans to ensure that the implementation of the proposed amendment to the Road Traffic (Amendment) Bill 2017, which seeks to impose penalties on the owners of vehicles operated by unaccompanied learner drivers, does not cause driver test waiting times to worsen, in view of the fact that driver test waiting times are lengthy in most parts of the State and there has been a significant drop in the number of driver testers; if the wait times for both the scheduling of tests and the time spent waiting for tests have reduced in the past quarter; his further plans to assist the Road Safety Authority, RSA, in reducing the waiting times for driver tests, including agreeing to the formation of a panel of driver testers; the assistance he has given to the RSA regarding the establishment of additional driver test centres and increased recruitment; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [18031/18]
• 2018-04-24
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport his views on an independent review of the sports capital programme with a view to creating additional guidelines or rules to ensure that funding under the programme is allocated in a more equitable manner (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [17732/18]
• 2018-04-24
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport his plans to amend section 15 of the Taxi Regulation Act 2013 to ensure that taxi drivers are required to nominate a person to continue to operate a taxi licence in the event of the licence holder's death; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [17731/18]
• 2018-04-24
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the status of the review of the operation of Bus Éireann route 52 between Ballina and Galway. [17464/18]
• 2018-04-17
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the number of times delays occurred on the Luas due to medical emergencies in each of the years 2014 to 2017 and to date in 2018, by month and Luas line in tabular form. [14995/18]
• 2018-04-17
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the funding allocated to the delivery of projects (details supplied) in each of the years from 2019 to 2023, respectively. [15414/18]
• 2018-04-17
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the funding allocated to the delivery of improvements in public transport infrastructure referenced in his budget 2018 speech in each of the years 2019 to 2023; and the way in which the funds will be spent. [15493/18]
• 2018-04-17
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the funding allocated to the delivery of BusConnects in each of the years 2019 to 2023; the estimated cost of delivering the project; and the expected timeline for completion of the project. [15494/18]
• 2018-04-17
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the funding allocated to the delivery of the upgrade to rail infrastructure in each of the years 2019 to 2023; the estimated cost of delivering the required upgrade to rail infrastructure; the way in which the funding will be spent in each of the years 2019 to 2023; and the expected timeline for completion of an upgrade to rail infrastructure. [15495/18]
• 2018-04-17
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the funding allocated to the delivery of the city centre resignalling project in each of the years 2019 to 2023; the estimated cost of delivering the project; and the expected timeline for its completion. [15496/18]
• 2018-04-17
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the funding allocated to the delivery of the new central traffic control centre in each of the years 2019 to 2023; the estimated cost of its delivery; and the expected timeline for completion. [15497/18]
• 2018-04-17
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the funding allocated to increasing the rail fleet in each of the years 2019 to 2023; the estimated cost of its delivery; and the expected timeline for completion. [15498/18]
• 2018-04-17
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the funding allocated to the delivery of electrification of the northern line to Balbriggan in each of the years 2019 to 2023; the estimated cost of delivering the project; and the expected timeline for completion. [15499/18]
• 2018-04-17
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the funding allocated to the delivery of electrification of the Maynooth line in each of the years 2019 to 2023; the estimated cost of delivering the project; and the expected timeline for completion. [15500/18]
• 2018-04-17
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the funding allocated to the delivery of electrification of the Kildare line to Hazelhatch in each of the years 2019 to 2023; the estimated cost of delivering the project; and the expected timeline for completion. [15501/18]
• 2018-04-17
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the funding allocated to the delivery of investment in maintenance and safety projects on the rail network as referenced in his budget 2018 speech in each of the years 2019 to 2023. [15502/18]
• 2018-04-17
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the funding allocated to the delivery of the metro link in each of the years 2019 to 2023; the estimated cost of delivering the project; and the expected timeline for completion. [15503/18]
• 2018-04-17
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the funding allocated to the delivery of the retrofitting of existing public transport facilities to improve accessibility as referenced in his budget 2018 speech in each of the years 2019 to 2023; the estimated cost of delivering the project; and the expected timeline for completion. [15504/18]
• 2018-04-17
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the funding allocated to the delivery of the environmental sustainability schemes as referenced in his budget 2018 speech in each of the years 2019 to 2023; the estimated cost of delivering these schemes; and the expected timeline for completion. [15505/18]
• 2018-04-17
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the funding allocated to the delivery of the urban walking and cycling routes in each of the years 2019 to 2023; the estimated cost of delivering the projects; the details of expected routes and projects; and the expected timeline for completion. [15506/18]
• 2018-04-17
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the funding allocated to the delivery of the national road network in each of the years from 2019 to 2023, respectively; the estimated cost of delivering the projects; and the expected timeline for completion. [15507/18]
• 2018-04-17
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the funding allocated to enhancing capacity on the M50 and M11 in each of the years from 2019 to 2023, respectively; the estimated cost of delivering these projects; and the expected timeline for completion. [15508/18]
• 2018-04-17
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the funding allocated to the delivery of plans, announced in his speech on budget 2018, to relieve bottlenecks and improve access to regional locations in each of the years from 2019 to 2023, respectively; the exact projects that have been decided on; the funding allocated for each project in each of the years 2019 to 2023; the estimated cost of delivering these projects; and the expected timeline for completion. [15509/18]
• 2018-04-17
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the funding allocated to the delivery of M7 Naas bypass widening in each of the years from 2019 to 2023, respectively; the estimated cost of delivering the project; and the expected timeline for completion. [15510/18]
• 2018-04-17
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the funding allocated to the delivery of the Dunkettle interchange in each of the years from 2019 to 2023, respectively; the estimated cost of delivering the project; and the expected timeline for completion. [15511/18]
• 2018-04-17
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the funding allocated to the delivery of the N4 Collooney to Castlebaldwin road in each of the years from 2019 to 2023, respectively; the estimated cost of delivering the project; and the expected timeline for completion. [15512/18]
• 2018-04-17
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the funding allocated to the delivery of the national velodrome and badminton centre in each of the years 2019 to 2023; the estimated cost of delivering the project; and the expected timeline for completion. [15513/18]
• 2018-04-17
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the funding allocated to the delivery of investment in roads in County Donegal after flooding in each of the years from 2019 to 2023, respectively; the estimated cost of delivering the project; and the expected timeline for completion. [15514/18]
• 2018-04-17
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the funding allocated to the Large Scale Sport Infrastructure Fund in each of the years 2019 to 2023; and the projects planned to be undertaken in this time. [15515/18]
• 2018-04-17
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the funding allocated to the delivery of the M20 Cork to Limerick road in each of the years from 2019 to 2023, respectively; the estimated cost of delivering the project; and the expected timeline for completion. [15516/18]
• 2018-04-17
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the funding allocated to the delivery of the N6 Galway ring road in each of the years from 2019 to 2023, respectively; the estimated cost of delivering the project; and the expected timeline for completion. [15517/18]
• 2018-04-17
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the funding allocated to the delivery of the Listowel bypass in each of the years from 2019 to 2023, respectively; the estimated cost of delivering the project; and the expected timeline for completion. [15518/18]
• 2018-04-17
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the funding allocated to the delivery of the N28 Cork to Ringaskiddy road in each of the years from 2019 to 2023, respectively; the estimated cost of delivering the project; and the expected timeline for completion. [15519/18]
• 2018-04-17
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the funding allocated to the delivery of the N21/N69 Limerick to Adare to Foynes road in each of the years 2019 to 2023; the estimated cost of delivering the project; and the expected timeline for completion. [15520/18]
• 2018-04-17
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the funding allocated to the delivery of the N22 Ballyvourney to Macroom road in each of the years 2019 to 2023; the estimated cost of delivering the project; and the expected timeline for completion. [15521/18]
• 2018-04-17
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the funding allocated to the delivery of the N72/N73 Mallow relief road in each of the years 2019 to 2023; the estimated cost of delivering the project; and the expected timeline for completion. [15522/18]
• 2018-04-17
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the funding allocated to the delivery of the N59 Moycullen bypass in each of the years from 2019 to 2023, respectively; the estimated cost of delivering the project; and the expected timeline for completion. [15523/18]
• 2018-04-17
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the funding allocated to the delivery of the N25 New Ross bypass in each of the years from 2019 to 2023, respectively; the estimated cost of delivering the project; and the expected timeline for completion. [15524/18]
• 2018-04-17
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the funding allocated to the delivery of the M11 Gorey to Enniscorthy road in each of the years from 2019 to 2023, respectively; the estimated cost of delivering the project; and the expected timeline for completion. [15525/18]
• 2018-04-17
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the funding allocated to the delivery of the N4 Collooney to Castlebaldwin road in each of the years from 2019 to 2023, respectively; the estimated cost of delivering the project; and the expected timeline for completion. [15526/18]
• 2018-04-17
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the funding allocated to the delivery of the N5 Westport to Turlough road in each of the years from 2019 to 2023, respectively; the estimated cost of delivering the project; and the expected timeline for completion. [15527/18]
• 2018-04-17
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the funding allocated to the delivery of the N5 Ballaghderreen to Scramogue road in each of the years from 2019 to 2023, respectively; the estimated cost of delivering the project; and the expected timeline for completion. [15528/18]
• 2018-04-17
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the funding allocated to the delivery of the N52 Ardee bypass in each of the years from 2019 to 2023, respectively; the estimated cost of delivering the project; and the expected timeline for completion. [15529/18]
• 2018-04-17
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the funding allocated to the delivery of the N2 Slane bypass in each of the years from 2019 to 2023, respectively; the estimated cost of delivering the project; and the expected timeline for completion. [15530/18]
• 2018-04-17
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the funding allocated to the delivery of the N56 Dungloe to Glenties road in each of the years from 2019 to 2023, respectively; the estimated cost of delivering the project; and the expected timeline for completion. [15531/18]
• 2018-04-17
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the funding allocated to the delivery of the A5 road development in each of the years 2019 to 2023; the estimated cost of delivering the project; and the expected timeline for completion. [15532/18]
• 2018-04-17
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the funding allocated to the delivery of the N56 Mountcharles to Inver road in each of the years from 2019 to 2023, respectively; the estimated cost of delivering the project; and the expected timeline for completion. [15533/18]
• 2018-03-29
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the status of the promised stakeholders forum on public transport; the timeline and details of the proposed work of the forum; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14511/18]
• 2018-03-27
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the capital allocation for his Department in each of the years 2019 to 2023; the areas in which this spend will be made in each of these years; the particular projects and particular areas of investment involved; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [13977/18]
• 2018-03-22
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if his Department will provide the financial assistance requested by Donegal County Council for investment in local roads and community initiatives in advance of the holding of an event (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [13290/18]
• 2018-03-22
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if the sports capital programme grant application process will be opened annually from 2018. [13342/18]
• 2018-03-22
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the qualifying criteria for clubs or organisations to be eligible to apply for sports capital grants. [13343/18]
• 2018-03-22
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the rationale behind private organisations, including schools and sporting clubs, being eligible to apply for sports capital grants in view of the fact that State funding is being granted to improve services available for private enterprise; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [13344/18]
• 2018-03-22
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport his plans to review the qualifying criteria for sports capital programme grant funding, in particular, the matter of private organisations, clubs and schools being eligible to apply for State funding under the programme; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [13393/18]
• 2018-03-20
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the pass rate for taxi licence tests in County Louth in each of the past five years. [11979/18]
• 2018-03-20
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the pass rate for the two sections of the taxi licence test in County Louth in the past five years. [11980/18]
• 2018-03-20
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the number of persons who took the taxi licence test in County Louth in each of the past five years; and the number of those that were repeat tests. [11981/18]
• 2018-03-20
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the average number of times a person took the taxi licence test in County Louth before passing it in the past five years. [11982/18]
• 2018-03-20
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if his Department will review the matter of taxsaver passes for public transport in view of the delays and overcrowding on the Luas line; if taxsaver tickets for rail services can be transferred for use on Bus Éireann as an interim measure until the delays and overcrowding issues on the Luas are resolved; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [12231/18]
• 2018-02-21
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the waiting times for driving tests, by centre and county. [8876/18]
• 2018-02-15
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the action he plans to take further to concerns that have been raised by unions regarding CIÉ pensions; when his attention was drawn to the underfunding of the pension schemes; his plans to remedy the matter; the reason CIÉ was in a position to disregard a ministerial directive; and if an independent investigation into the governance of both CIÉ pension schemes will be established. [7877/18]
• 2018-02-15
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport his plans to establish an office under the remit of the NTA which would operate as a one stop shop tasked with providing direct assistance and advice to persons with disabilities who encounter difficulties accessing public transport (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [7715/18]
• 2018-02-15
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the timeframe to publish the rail review (details supplied); the actions he plans to take to remedy the issues that were raised two years ago by the NTA's review in order to ensure that Iarnród Éireann is sufficiently funded; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [7716/18]
• 2018-02-15
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the progress of the National Transport Authority's consultation on rickshaws; when he expects a report based on this consultation to be published; when he expects to legislate to provide for the regulation of rickshaws; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [7821/18]
• 2018-02-15
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the reason that an application for Garda vetting has not been processed by Bus Éireann for a person (details supplied). [7936/18]
• 2018-02-13
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport when the rail review which was compiled on foot of the 2016 NTA rail review and after a public consultation process will be published; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [7175/18]
• 2018-02-13
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the amount spent by his Department to support park and ride facilities, by current and capital expenditure in each of the years 2008 to 2017. [7438/18]
• 2018-02-13
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the amount spent by his Department to support public cycling infrastructure in each of the years 2008 to 2017. [7439/18]
• 2018-01-30
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport his plans for the next five years for the privatisation of bus routes that are currently run by Bus Éireann; his plans to cease the privatisation process and maintain the bus routes under public provision; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [4007/18]
• 2018-01-30
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the level of funding provided to TII towards the maintenance of the Luas network in each of the years 2013 to 2018. [4142/18]
• 2018-01-30
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if Transdev contributes to his Department or TII to maintain the Luas network; and, if so, the figures for each of the years 2013 to 2018. [4143/18]
• 2018-01-30
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the amount of his Department's budget allocation for 2017 allocated to the local authority swimming pool grant. [4264/18]
• 2018-01-30
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the amount of his Department's budget allocation for 2018 that will be allocated to the local authority swimming pool grant. [4265/18]
• 2018-01-24
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the role his Department has in the requisition of longer trams on the LUAS green line; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [3515/18]
• 2018-01-16
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the number of disqualified drivers in each of the years 2014 to 2017; and the number of these drivers who have surrendered their driver's licences. [54355/17]
• 2018-01-16
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the mechanism in place to ensure disqualified drivers surrender their driving licence after they have been convicted; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [54356/17]
• 2018-01-16
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the number of grant applications that were made to the sports capital programme under the 2017 allocation; the number of those applications that were deemed to be invalid; and the reasons provided for applications being declared to be invalid, in tabular form. [54365/17]
• 2018-01-16
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the funding allocated to public swimming pools in each of the years 2008 to 2017. [54389/17]
• 2018-01-16
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport further to Parliamentary Question No. 200 of 8 November 2017, his plans to review the situation regarding tolls in view of the fact that privately taxed commercial vehicles are charged commercial rates at road tolls, which is proving costly for some road users; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [54939/17]
• 2018-01-16
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport his plans to allow vehicles transporting blood to travel in bus lanes. [55060/17]
• 2018-01-16
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the number of driving test centres, by county. [55070/17]
• 2018-01-16
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the average waiting time in each county for driving tests. [55071/17]
• 2018-01-16
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the number of applications for driving tests being processed, by county. [55072/17]
• 2018-01-16
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the amount spent on regional and local roads in County Mayo in each of the years 2011 to 2017. [1104/18]
• 2018-01-16
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport his plans to outsource the consolidation of road traffic legislation to a law firm; the projected cost of outsourcing this work; the number of persons who will be needed to carry out the consolidation of road traffic legislation; the expected timeframe for this work; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1536/18]
• 2018-01-16
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the human resources and skills that are lacking within his Department to publish an outsourcing contract for the consolidation of road traffic legislation; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1537/18]
• 2018-01-16
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the process for tendering for the contract to consolidate road traffic legislation; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1538/18]
• 2018-01-16
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the projects undertaken to consolidate or amalgamate existing legislation, including the cost, the duration, the number of staff required and if this process was carried out by his Department or outsourced in each of the years 2007 to 2017 and to date in 2018, in tabular form. [1573/18]
• 2018-01-16
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the rationale for charging children over 16 years of age adult fares on public transport in some parts of the State while others in the greater Dublin area are charged a child's fare between 16 and 18 years of age for bus services; his plans to introduce a State-wide policy whereby all 16 to 18 year olds are charged a child's rate on public transport; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1728/18]
• 2017-12-13
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the amount allocated for capital investment in rail infrastructure in each of the years 2017 to 2021. [53338/17]
• 2017-12-13
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the expected cost, the number of years it would take to deliver and the amount allocated for upgrading the N4. [53339/17]
• 2017-12-13
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the expected cost, the number of years it would take to deliver and the amount allocated for upgrading the construction of a dual carriageway upgrade of the N14, A5, N2 and the Letterkenny and Derry to Dublin roads. [53340/17]
• 2017-12-13
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the expected cost, the number of years it would take to deliver and the amount allocated for the Limerick to Rosslare road. [53341/17]
• 2017-12-13
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the expected cost, the number of years it would take to deliver and the amount allocated for the Cork to Limerick motorway. [53342/17]
• 2017-12-13
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the expected cost, the number of years it would take to deliver and the amount allocated for the New Ross bypass. [53343/17]
• 2017-12-13
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the expected cost, the number of years it would take to deliver and the amount allocated for the A5 upgrade. [53344/17]
• 2017-12-13
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the expected cost, the number of years it would take to deliver and the amount allocated for the Narrow Water Bridge development. [53346/17]
• 2017-12-13
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the expected cost, the number of years it would take to deliver and the amount allocated to deepen a berth at Rosslare Europort from seven metres to nine metres. [53347/17]
• 2017-12-13
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if the feasibility of deepening the port of Waterford has been examined; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [53348/17]
• 2017-12-13
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the allocation for the local improvement scheme in each of the years 2008 to 2016, and to date in 2017. [53349/17]
• 2017-12-13
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the details of funding allocated to the OPW and Heritage Ireland in each of the years 2010 to 2016, and to date in 2017 to maintain, protect and develop the more than 700 sites and monuments for which they are responsible. [53367/17]
• 2017-12-12
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if his attention has been drawn to reports that the National Transport Authority, NTA, and Dublin City Council intend to ban taxis travelling from east to west and west to east through College Green in Dublin; the future plans for College Green; when the plan will be implemented; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [52981/17]
• 2017-12-12
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport his plans to change the public transport system away from fossil fuels; the funding allocated for the provision of converting public transport from fossil fuels for 2017 to 2021; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [53060/17]
• 2017-12-12
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the status of the matter of regulating rickshaws, in view of the fact that he has refused to implement section 31 of the Road Traffic Act 2016 and in further view of the fact that he made a subsequent commitment to produce legislation on the matter; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [53100/17]
• 2017-12-12
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if his attention has been drawn to the fact that the 67 Dublin Bus service has capacity issues and is failing to meet demand for Celbridge (details supplied); his plans to address this issue; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [53112/17]
• 2017-12-07
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if additional current and capital funding needed per the 2016 rail review report is accurate; his plans for future years in this regard (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [52336/17]
• 2017-12-07
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if the management of Bus Éireann's assessment that the company needs an additional €30 million in current funding to maintain its service levels is correct. [52337/17]
• 2017-12-05
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the areas which do not have access to Bus Éireann services by county. [51954/17]
• 2017-11-30
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if his attention has been drawn to a tender for car valeting awarded by the DAA in August 2016; the criteria outlined for the tender; the number of companies that applied; the name of the company that won; the reason that company was successful; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [51306/17]
• 2017-11-22
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport his views on working towards a policy of full accessibility on public transport including private companies that provide public transport services; his plans to put such a policy on a statutory footing; if a policy of an increased number of unmanned train stations and DART stations is to be introduced; his further views on the introduction of a policy whereby disabled passengers are not required to make travel arrangements up to 24 hours in advance; the steps he will take to provide specific funding in the areas of train station accessibility, accessibility on trains including staffing and staff training to support disabled passengers, lifts and ramps on bus coaches in rural areas and infrastructure at bus stops and shelters to ensure that all passengers with a disability have full accessibility on public transport; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [49602/17]
• 2017-11-22
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the changes to policy he plans to implement, in view of the fact that during recent industrial disputes at Bus Éireann and Iarnród Éireann those companies indicated that they are in significant financial distress due to a lack of Government funding; the actions he will take to ensure that the companies are funded sufficiently, particularly in terms of capital investment; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [49284/17]
• 2017-11-22
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the reasons for the failure of the bid to host the Rugby World Cup in 2023; the aspects of the bid that could be improved in future bids to host international sporting competitions (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [49286/17]
• 2017-11-22
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if he has engaged, or if he plans to engage, with relevant bodies regarding the possibility of the formation of an all-island soccer team; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [49287/17]
• 2017-11-22
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport his views, and the actions taken by his Department, in response to recent media reports that indicate that concerns were raised repeatedly with a group (details supplied) in the past number of years regarding locator beacons on life jackets which were not installed correctly; if the attention of the Irish Aviation Authority was drawn to these complaints; and if so, when it became aware of these complaints; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [49285/17]
• 2017-11-21
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the dates the allocations under the sports capital programme will be announced. [48956/17]
• 2017-11-08
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if his attention has been drawn to an anomaly by which commercial vehicles that are privately taxed by their owners are charged commercial rates on road tolls; if the issue can be rectified; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [47260/17]
• 2017-10-25
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the progress between the RSA and his Department on action 107 of the road safety strategy 2013 to 2020; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [45223/17]
• 2017-10-24
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the number of bus drivers who have left Bus Éireann in 2016 and to date in 2017. [44554/17]
• 2017-10-24
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the way in which the additional capital spend allocated to his Department in budget 2018 will be spent. [44826/17]
• 2017-10-24
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if his Department has received applications in 2017 or for 2018 from Louth County Council for funding for the port access northern cross route project in Drogheda; if so, the amount; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [44970/17]
• 2017-10-19
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the allocation for the local authority swimming pool grant fund for 2018. [44360/17]
• 2017-10-19
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the allocation for the sports capital grant for 2018. [44361/17]
• 2017-10-19
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport his plans to finalise the completion of a project (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [44362/17]
• 2017-10-19
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport his plans to replenish the funding and-or reopen the local authority swimming grant scheme in 2018. [44363/17]
• 2017-10-17
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the estimated cost of upgrading signalling centres on the rail network; his plans to replace signalling centres in 2017 and 2018; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43389/17]
• 2017-10-17
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the detail of the expansion and amalgamation of services of the rural transport programme; the funding increases and other changes that are due to take place; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43430/17]
• 2017-10-11
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the actions he is considering to address the ongoing financial difficulties at Iarnród Éireann; the actions he plans to take to secure the future viability and success of the company; if line closures, fare increases, increases in funding for the free travel pass, increased subvention, compensation for previous under funding and increased capital investment have been considered, which of these actions are likely to be pursued; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [42240/17]
• 2017-10-11
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the status of his consideration of the removal of the slip road tolls in Drogheda in view of his recent visit to the site; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [42155/17]
• 2017-10-11
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the allocation provided for the 2017 sports capital programme grants; the number of applications that have been received for 2017; the number of these applications that have been successful; and the average grant award. [42154/17]
• 2017-10-11
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport his preferred strategy and approach in facilitating the construction of a third terminal at Dublin Airport in view of ongoing concerns regarding capacity and congestion at the airport; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [42153/17]
• 2017-10-10
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if each road identified for upgrading or construction in the Government's original capital plan 2016 to 2017 and in the amended version is based on the recommendation and prioritisation of TII only. [42378/17]
• 2017-10-03
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the estimated cost for taxi drivers to recalibrate meters when fares are increased by the NTA. [41519/17]
• 2017-10-03
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the number of redundancies, voluntary or otherwise, of Bus Éireann drivers in the past 12 months; the actions he has taken to ensure the number of redundancies does not destabilise delivery of services at the company; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [41527/17]
• 2017-09-28
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if he will put in place a financial package that can adequately compensate a club (details supplied) for the devastation caused to their grounds adjoining the Crana River following the recent floods; and if he or the Minister of State for Sport will urgently meet the club committee to discuss options. [41109/17]
• 2017-09-28
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if he has sought the inclusion of the N56 Letterkenny relief road in the amended capital plan 2016 to 2021; and if he will allocate funding to this project in County Donegal. [41110/17]
• 2017-09-11
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if his attention has been drawn to the existence of rail infrastructure, such as unused narrow gauge rail tracks, small locomotives and wagons, formerly used to transport peat on bogland; and if so, the scale of the unused rail infrastructure and the location of same. [37540/17]
• 2017-09-11
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the allocation to Sport Ireland in 2016 and 2017; and the distribution of Sport Ireland funding to sports bodies in receipt of Sport Ireland funding in the same period, in tabular form. [37669/17]
• 2017-09-11
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the allocation to Tourism Ireland in each of the years 2011 to 2016; the allocation for 2017; and the intended allocation for 2018. [37670/17]
• 2017-09-11
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the funding expended on the local improvement scheme programme on an annual basis in each of the years 2010 to 2016; the associated number of projects supported in each of those years; the average payment made in each of those years; and the allocation for 2017. [37671/17]
• 2017-09-11
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the allocation for the upgrade and maintenance of regional and secondary roads in each of the years 2006 to 2017. [37672/17]
• 2017-09-11
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the annual allocation for public cycle lanes in each of the years 2006 to 2017; and the details of maintenance on existing cycle lanes and expenditure on new cycle lanes for each of those years. [37673/17]
• 2017-09-11
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the public service obligation in each of the years 2011 to 2017; and the intended allocation for 2018, in tabular form. [37675/17]
• 2017-09-11
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the public service obligation in each of the years 2011 to 2017 for CIÉ recipients, Dublin Bus, Iarnród Éireann and Bus Éireann, in tabular form; and the intended allocation for 2018. [37676/17]
• 2017-09-11
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the Exchequer funding provided to the GAA in each of the years 2008 to 2017, inclusive. [37677/17]
• 2017-09-11
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the Exchequer funding provided to the FAI in each of the years 2008 to 2017, inclusive. [37678/17]
• 2017-09-11
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the allocation made to the sports capital grant scheme in each of the years 2008 to 2017, inclusive; the details of the distribution and associated allocation to sports bodies in 2016 and 2017. [37679/17]
• 2017-07-26
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the 2017 allocation for the wheelchair accessible vehicle grant scheme; and the amount he plans to allocate in each of the years 2018 to 2021. [34963/17]
• 2017-07-26
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the number of applications that have been made under the wheelchair accessible vehicle grant scheme, by year, since its inception, including 2017; and the number of persons that have been successful each year, including 2017. [34964/17]
• 2017-07-26
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport further to Parliamentary Question No. 675 of 11 July 2017, the way an organisation (details supplied) has selected athletes from Northern Ireland to compete in international events can be described as representing the Republic of Ireland; the reason the organisation should claim to restrict itself voluntarily to representing the Republic of Ireland; if this has formally been approved by the membership; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36505/17]
• 2017-07-26
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the basic material difference in comparing the functional standard of the physical rail line between Rosslare and Waterford and an equivalent stretch of average, standard operating line on the Waterford to Limerick side in particular with reference to maximum or optimal speed possible. [36538/17]
• 2017-07-26
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the cost of preparing the Rosslare to Waterford railway line for renewed operations; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36539/17]
• 2017-07-26
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the estimated cost if it were necessary to upgrade the Rosslare to Waterford line to a standard matching a similar or average operating line; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36540/17]
• 2017-07-26
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the estimated spend on the public service obligation in each of the years 2018 to 2022. [36559/17]
• 2017-07-11
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the reason and the mechanism by which the Athletics Association of Ireland's participation in World and European Championships is restricted to representing the Republic of Ireland and not the island of Ireland (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [32166/17]
• 2017-07-11
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the unallocated spend within his Department for 2017; the expenditure allocated to programmes in 2017 which are due to cease in 2017; the funds that will become available within his Department's expenditure profile in 2018 due to changes in demand for services and goods and or changes to costs within his Department and so on; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [32498/17]
• 2017-06-28
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the position regarding the discrepancy in his Department in which seven chief executive officers, CEOs, of semi-State bodies have been in situ for longer than the seven-year limit deemed appropriate in codes of practice for the governance of State bodies, some of whom are employed under contracts of indefinite duration; whether he has considered amending the Protection of Employees (Fixed Term Work) Act 2003 in respect of CEOs of semi-State bodies; the way in which he plans to remedy this anomaly; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [30242/17]
• 2017-06-28
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the new initiatives which have been taken by his Department since the vote on Brexit in Britain to ensure Ireland is prepared to deal with the expected drop in visitor numbers from Britain; his plans to ensure the tourism sector diversifies in both attracting visitors from other countries and in improving tourism amenities here going forward; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [29962/17]
• 2017-06-28
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport his plans for the future of Shannon airport in view of recent reports that the airport is due to be downgraded and in view of the fact that it has failed to reach targets under its business plan regarding passenger targets and aviation jobs targets; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [29963/17]
• 2017-06-28
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the measures which have been considered by his Department to deal with the apparently serious financial situation at Iarnród Éireann including investment in the company and in relevant infrastructure; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [29961/17]
• 2017-06-28
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the new legislation being prepared by the Government to regulate the use of rickshaws in cities and towns across the State; the way this legislation will be effective in allowing for the regulation of these vehicles; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [29960/17]
• 2017-06-28
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if he has considered reviewing the current training and education structures in the tourism sector with a view to considering the establishment of a distinct specialised training service for those who work or intend to work in the tourism industry, including chefs; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [29959/17]
• 2017-06-27
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if he will consider a review of the speed limit on the Ardboley Road L55393 near the village of Balla, Castlebar, County Mayo. [29514/17]
• 2017-06-20
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the funding or grant aid which is available to a group (details supplied) in order to fund a trip to play in a sporting tournament abroad. [26581/17]
• 2017-06-20
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport his plans to manage bus coaches in Dublin city during June 2017 until September 2017 when 50 new spaces are expected to become available in view of the reduction in available parking spaces for coaches due to the Luas works and other parking restrictions; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [26583/17]
• 2017-06-20
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport when he expects the review of the Narrow Water Bridge project, agreed under the Fresh Start agreement and undertaken with the Northern Ireland Executive, will be completed; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [27468/17]
• 2017-06-20
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the cost of funding Bus Éireann annually in each of the years 2011 to 2016 and to date in 2017, in tabular form; and the details of the amount each individual Department or funding source contributes. [27469/17]
• 2017-06-20
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the funding allocation for each of the regional airports in Donegal, Knock, Kerry and Waterford for each of the years 2018 to 2022. [27470/17]
• 2017-06-20
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the funding requirements for each of the regional airports in Donegal, Knock, Kerry and Waterford for each of the years 2017 to 2022. [27471/17]
• 2017-06-20
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the details of all public or governmental funding for each of the ports of Dublin, Cork, Drogheda, Dún Laoghaire, Galway, New Ross and Wicklow by funding source. [27472/17]
• 2017-06-20
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the funding that is required in each of the years 2017 to 2022 for each of the ports of Dublin, Cork, Drogheda, Dún Laoghaire, Galway, New Ross and Wicklow. [27473/17]
• 2017-06-20
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the funding allocation for local and regional roads for 2017, 2018 and 2019. [27474/17]
• 2017-06-20
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the funding allocation for Iarnród Éireann for 2017; and the projected funding allocation requirements in each of the years 2018 to 2022. [27475/17]
• 2017-06-20
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the funding requirement for Iarnród Éireann for each of the years 2017 to 2022. [27476/17]
• 2017-06-20
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the funding levels allocated for the public service obligation for Iarnród Éireann in each of the years 2010 to 2016; and the levels projected to be allocated for each of the years 2017 to 2021, in tabular form. [27477/17]
• 2017-06-20
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the number of subsidiaries which have been approved for establishment by Drogheda Port Company; the percentage shareholding held in each case; the declared justification for each; if the consent of the Minister for Finance was obtained for each approval; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [27878/17]
• 2017-06-01
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport further to Parliamentary Question No. 555 of 16 May 2017, the reason an NCT certificate covers a vehicle for 12 months on the road when in his reply to the question he stated that a valid NCT certificate only confirmed that a vehicle was in a roadworthy condition at the time of the test. [26304/17]
• 2017-05-30
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the correct complaints procedure for consumers that wish to make a complaint against an airport here. [25501/17]
• 2017-05-23
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport to set out the number and names of Coast Guard stations on the east coast; the cost of running each Coast Guard station; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24594/17]
• 2017-05-23
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport to set out in tabular form the cost of insurance in each of the past ten years for each of the public transport companies, namely, Bus Éireann, Dublin Bus, Iarnród Éireann and Luas. [24634/17]
• 2017-05-23
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if members of the Irish Coast Guard are permitted to enter the water in an emergency situation. [24708/17]
• 2017-05-23
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the status of Ireland at European and world athletic championships; if the Athletics Association of Ireland represents the island of Ireland or the State at these events; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24771/17]
• 2017-05-16
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if his attention has been drawn to the fact that car owners are being quoted outlandish amounts to insure cars that are 15 years old or more, notwithstanding the fact that they have passed the NCT and as such are deemed to be roadworthy and safe; the reason for this premium loading; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [23141/17]
• 2017-05-16
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport when he expects the inquiry into the Rio de Janeiro Olympic Games ticketing scandal to publish its findings; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [23215/17]
• 2017-05-11
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the procedure for persons in Northern Ireland who wish to exchange their British driver licences for licences from this State. [22431/17]
• 2017-05-10
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport his plans for the future of public transport across the State, including in cities, towns and rural areas; his plans to remedy the current problems within the sector; if he will review the current funding arrangements for the sector (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [22358/17]
• 2017-05-10
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if there has been liaison between Louth County Council and his Department regarding the northern cross route; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [22122/17]
• 2017-05-10
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the way in which he plans to manage the situation outlined in recent reports from his Department's economic and financial evaluation unit that the cost of traffic congestion in the greater Dublin area is €350 million annually and that this could rise to €2 billion a year within 15 years; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [22123/17]
• 2017-05-03
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if he has requested a specific level of increased funding from the Minister for Social Protection for the free travel scheme; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [20907/17]
• 2017-05-03
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the level of Public Service Obligation, PSO, funding allocated by the National Transport Authority, NTA, to each of the three CIÉ companies in 2017. [20908/17]
• 2017-05-03
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the number of persons that have made use of the rural transport programme each year since 2011. [20909/17]
• 2017-05-03
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the number of journeys made under the rural transport programme each year since 2011. [20910/17]
• 2017-05-03
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the criteria for deeming eligibility for a potential transport coordination unit wishing to partake in the rural transport programme. [20911/17]
• 2017-05-03
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if local authorities pay for the upkeep and maintenance of local and regional roads; and if so, if this funding is separate from the funding provided for this purpose by his Department. [20912/17]
• 2017-05-03
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the level of funding provided by his Department for the maintenance of local and regional roads in 2017. [20913/17]
• 2017-05-03
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the level of funding provided for the building of new roads in 2017. [20914/17]
• 2017-05-03
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if he will provide a breakdown of funding provided in 2017 for roads (details supplied). [20915/17]
• 2017-05-03
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the level of funding provided by his Department to Tourism Ireland in each of the years 2011 to 2016 and to date in 2017. [20916/17]
• 2017-05-03
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the level of funding provided by his Department to tourism bodies annually in each of the years 2011 to 2016 and to date in 2017. [20917/17]
• 2017-05-02
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Finance if his Department will carry out a feasibility study on a tax incentive scheme for the region surrounding Ireland West Knock Airport similar to that put in place for the Shannon Development Zone; if his attention has been drawn to any impediments that would prevent such a scheme from being put in place; if his Department has had contact with the Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport to discuss the possible delivery of such a scheme; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [20611/17]
• 2017-05-02
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport when applicants for the sports capital programme can expect to be notified regarding their application for funding. [19295/17]
• 2017-05-02
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the estimated cost of increasing funding for the Coast Guard by 5% in 2017. [19524/17]
• 2017-05-02
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the level of funding received by the Coast Guard in each of the years 2011 to 2016 and to date in 2017; and the staffing costs, operational costs, administrative costs and all other relevant costs within the Coast Guard for each of the years. [19525/17]
• 2017-05-02
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the allocation from the Exchequer and other sources under the capital plan to the Cork Limerick road; the estimated cost of the project; the expected completion time; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [19757/17]
• 2017-05-02
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the allocation from the Exchequer and other sources under the capital plan for the A5 upgrade road; the estimated cost of the project; the expected completion time; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [19758/17]
• 2017-05-02
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the allocation from the Exchequer and other sources under the capital plan to the Narrow Water bridge project; the estimated cost of the project; the expected completion time; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [19759/17]
• 2017-05-02
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the amount of funding received by Tourism Ireland and Fáilte Ireland to date in 2017 from his Department or other sources. [20074/17]
• 2017-04-13
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if he has advised members of all State boards under his control of the revised code of practice for the governance of State bodies in 2016. [18924/17]
• 2017-04-13
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport his views on the advantages the Drogheda Port Company obtains from having its own stevedoring subsidiary; his further views on the advantage of having only a half-owned subsidiary; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [18966/17]
• 2017-04-13
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if there is transfer pricing between a subsidiary and its sister company (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [18967/17]
• 2017-04-13
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if he has advised the members of all State boards under his control of the role of the board and responsibility to set proper ethical standards from the top down. [19107/17]
• 2017-04-13
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if he has sent a shareholder expectation letter to all members of State boards. [19115/17]
• 2017-04-13
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the deadline by which all members of State boards will have received a code of practice for the governance of State boards and a stakeholder expectation letter, if they have not already received same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [19116/17]
• 2017-04-11
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if he will meet a cross party delegation from Donegal county council to examine options for funding the Rathmullan to Buncrana and the Greencastle to Magilligan ferries (details supplied). [17646/17]
• 2017-04-11
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if he will ensure that funding for the N56 Letterkenny relief road will be included in the updated Government capital plan 2016 to 2021. [17647/17]
• 2017-04-11
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the number of decisions made by NCT testing centres which have been appealed since the introduction of the test; and the number of these which have been successful. [18149/17]
• 2017-04-11
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the amount of funding a company (details supplied) has received from Government Departments since it began administering the NCT test; the amount received from his Department or from the RSA; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [18151/17]
• 2017-04-11
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the number of incidents of advanced corrosion in brake lines and hoses which have been identified in cars tested under the NCT each year since 2006. [18152/17]
• 2017-04-11
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if the NCT inspectors had considered using a callipers to measure the outside diameter of corroded pipes, in view of EU Directive 2010/48/EU; the rationale behind the use of a visual test only on corroded pipes; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [18153/17]
• 2017-04-11
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the failure rate for vehicles undergoing the NCT annually between 2006 and 2012. [18154/17]
• 2017-04-11
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if the failure rate of vehicles undergoing the NCT test has a bearing on the public funding received by either the RSA or a company (details supplied) in respect of NCT testing. [18156/17]
• 2017-03-28
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if he will clarify comments he made in February 2017 regarding his apparent support for the potential establishment of a third, privately operated terminal at Dublin Airport; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [15279/17]
• 2017-03-28
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if he will provide further detail on the new review of airport capacity with a view to building a third terminal at Dublin Airport; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [15280/17]
• 2017-03-23
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the cost of increasing the rural transport programme funding by 5%. [14611/17]
• 2017-03-23
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if the National Transport Authority has identified areas, be they counties, towns or rural areas, that are not covered by the rural transport programme. [14612/17]
• 2017-03-23
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the allocation provided each year since 2011 for the identification and development of greenway projects. [14613/17]
• 2017-03-23
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the greenway projects that have been developed by his Department since 2011. [14614/17]
• 2017-03-23
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the allocation provided, each year since 2011, for the development and maintenance of cycle lanes and cycle tracks. [14615/17]
• 2017-03-23
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the detail of the road tolls currently located on slip roads. [14620/17]
• 2017-03-23
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the number of public service vehicles which are currently wheelchair accessible; and the percentage of the entire fleet that number represents. [14621/17]
• 2017-03-22
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport his views on his Department's policy regarding slip road tolls on the outskirts of towns, in view of the detrimental effect they have on investment, local economies and tourism in towns; his plans to review slip road tolls or if he will consider same; if he will consider reviewing current contracts, especially in Drogheda in view of its position as a Border town as Britain prepares to leave the EU; if he met Transport Infrastructure Ireland, TII, on the matter as he had indicated in Dáil Éireann on 19 July 2016; the details of the outcome of raising this issue at that meeting; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14442/17]
• 2017-03-22
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if he will enact legislation in order that the Irish Coast Guard can become a stand alone primary response agency; if he has met with representatives from the Coast Guard to discuss these matters; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14222/17]
• 2017-03-22
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport his Department's rationale, implemented by the NTA on behalf of the Department, for not issuing licences to taxis that are over ten years old in view of the existing checks to ensure the roadworthiness of cars; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14224/17]
• 2017-03-22
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport his contingency plan to ensure that regional and secondary roads are properly maintained in view of State underfunding of roads for the past decade; the level of funding he anticipates will be available to his Department for this purpose in 2018; if his Department has conducted any review of the potential problems that will be caused if funding is not brought to a sufficient level to ensure that roads are properly maintained; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14225/17]
• 2017-03-22
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the additional measures, especially additional financial and other resources, that have been made available to his Department in an effort to prepare for Brexit, especially regarding ports, airports and the tourism sector; the type of Border expected once Brexit is enacted; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14223/17]
• 2017-03-21
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the cost of removing slip road tolls upon entry and exit to towns across the State. [13074/17]
• 2017-03-21
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the legal basis for licences not being granted to taxi drivers whose vehicles are over ten years old; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [13275/17]
• 2017-03-21
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if his Department can fund the Buncrana to Rathmullan and the Greencastle to Magilligan ferries in County Donegal to build on the potential of the Wild Atlantic Way. [13544/17]
• 2017-03-21
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the number of personnel working for the Coast Guard indicating whether workers are volunteers, part-time or full-time. [13628/17]
• 2017-03-21
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport his plans to put the Coast Guard on a legislative footing; when the heads of a Bill can be expected; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [13629/17]
• 2017-03-09
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if he will confirm the 2017 budget allocation to the rural transport programme; and the first and full year costs of a 15% increase on a straight line basis for the years 2018 to 2022 in tabular form. [12495/17]
• 2017-03-09
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if he will confirm the 2017 PSO subvention; and the monetary increase of increasing this figure 5%, 10%, 15%, 20% and 25%, in tabular form. [12496/17]
• 2017-03-09
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the detail of the Exchequer subvention to CIÉ between 2006 and 2017 detailing the individual amounts allocated to each of the primary transport providers, Iarnród Éireann, Bus Éireann, Bus Átha Cliath and other operators, by year, in tabular form. [12497/17]
• 2017-03-09
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the costings for accessibility works to bus stations here. [12498/17]
• 2017-03-09
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the costings for accessibility works to railway stations here. [12499/17]
• 2017-03-09
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the costings for the construction of wheelchair accessible bus stops as required here. [12500/17]
• 2017-03-09
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the costings for the replacement of non-wheelchair accessible vehicles for Bus Éireann. [12501/17]
• 2017-03-09
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the costings for accessibility works to the train fleet. [12502/17]
• 2017-03-09
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the costings for the conversion of the taxi and hackney fleet to a fully wheelchair accessible fleet. [12503/17]
• 2017-03-09
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the full costings for the St. Andrew's Agreement commitment to co-fund the construction of the A5 to Derry. [12504/17]
• 2017-03-08
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the roads from which revenue is being raised for the State by way of a toll and the amount raised by each in 2016, in tabular form; and the amount that it is estimated will be raised in 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020 and 2021. [12270/17]
• 2017-03-08
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the roads to which a toll applies and the beneficiaries of which are a private company; the expiration date of each contract; and the relevant break clauses if they apply for ending the contract in advance of schedule. [12271/17]
• 2017-03-08
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if he is responsible for the financial oversight of the ports under his control; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [12278/17]
• 2017-03-08
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the reason the Drogheda Port Company, in view of its very significant profits and cash generation capacity in the past few years, has not paid any dividends to the State; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [12279/17]
• 2017-03-08
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if Drogheda Port Company has made a provision against its share, loan and credit investment in its subsidiary (details supplied); if he has satisfied himself that the provision, if made, is adequate in view of the fact this subsidiary is insolvent to the tune of in excess of €600,000; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [12280/17]
• 2017-03-08
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if Drogheda Port Company is the only port company with a stevedoring subsidiary at this time; the advantages in having a stevedoring subsidiary confer on the port; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [12281/17]
• 2017-02-21
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if his attention has been drawn to the fact that Drogheda Port Company has invested a substantial sum in its 50% stevedoring subsidiary; the amount the State through the Drogheda Port Company originally invested by way of shares in the subsidiary; the amount currently due by way of long-term credit extending back to 2002; the repayments which have been made in the past five years on this long-term debt, which dates back to 2002; the amount of a provision, which has been made against both this share investment and the other amounts due to the port company by the subsidiary; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8306/17]
• 2017-02-21
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if his Department has allocated, or plans to allocate further funding to the Drogheda Port Company's stevedoring subsidiary in 2016 and 2017; if a provision is proposed against this investment; if the other shareholder will match the port's investment in the subsidiary; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8307/17]
• 2017-02-21
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the status of the future of Drogheda Port Company's stevedoring subsidiary, which is understood to be part owned, to the tune of 50%, by a British group in view of Brexit; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8308/17]
• 2017-02-21
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if his attention has been drawn to the fact that the Drogheda Port Company has not yet published annual audited accounts for the years 2014 and 2015; the way these reports can be obtained; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8309/17]
• 2017-02-21
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if his attention has been drawn to the building of a warehouse by the Drogheda Port Company on its property in Drogheda; the property which has been acquired by Drogheda Port Company since 2010; if this property is for the use of the port's 50% subsidiary (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8310/17]
• 2017-02-21
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport his views on the rationale for Drogheda Port Company's investment in property since 2010, the way this investment might have altered the competitive position of stevedores within Drogheda port; if the Drogheda Port Company should have targeted investment on refurbishing the training walls at the mouth of the Boyne to improve navigation; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8311/17]
• 2017-02-15
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if he has considered utilising the network of post offices across the State as locations for the National Driving Licence Service. [7473/17]
• 2017-02-14
  PQ
  Asked Education

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Education and Skills to set out in tabular form the number of tourism and hospitality skills training positions allocated in each county in the State in 2015 and 2016; the type of courses; and the institutions in which the courses are available. [6667/17]
• 2017-02-08
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if he will intervene in the crisis at Bus Éireann in view of notification from unions of an impending all-out strike from 20 February 2017 and the potentially disastrous effect a strike would have on public transport across the State; if he plans to change his approach of non-involvement in the matter in view of his position as Minister and the consequences that this strike will have in rural and urban parts of the State; his views on whether Government policy has a role to play in the matter and whether he has a role to play as a key stakeholder; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [6327/17]
• 2017-02-08
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if, in conjunction with the National Transport Authority (NTA), he will carry out and publish a full review of loss-making routes on which private bus carriers currently operate, including the number of private licences issued on these routes, when these licences were issued and when these routes ceased to make a profit due to over-saturation; if he will provide for the NTA to review the renewal of such licences that are making a loss; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [6102/17]
• 2017-02-08
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport his Department's and the National Transport Authority's plans regarding a review of public transport policy, as mentioned in Realising Our Rural Potential: Action Plan for Public Transport; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [6103/17]
• 2017-02-08
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the reason provided to him by the National Transport Authority regarding the decision it took not to adopt legislation passed in Dáil Éireann in December 2016, that is, an amendment to the Road Traffic Act 2016 allowing for the regulation of rickshaws; if he plans to sign the amendment into law; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [6101/17]
• 2017-02-08
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if he has contacted the relevant departments in the United States administration regarding the ongoing matter of the recently introduced travel ban, especially its implementation in Irish airports through preclearance facilities, in order to discuss the matter and its effect on persons who travel from Irish airports; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [6100/17]
• 2017-02-08
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport his views on whether the local and regional roads funding allocation for County Louth of €5.1 million, representing an increase on the previous year of €384,000 is adequate, in view of the serious deterioration in roads throughout the county over the past number of years; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [6099/17]
• 2017-02-01
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the routes that have been targeted for closure within the Expressway bus service, following the CEO of Bus Éireann confirming to the Joint Committee on Transport, Tourism and Sport recently that particular routes have been identified; if his attention has been drawn to the routes identified; if he will request and publish same as a matter of urgency; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [4702/17]
• 2017-01-31
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the grants or other forms of financial assistance available to soccer clubs with amateur status. [4636/17]
• 2017-01-25
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the details of the provisions in the contract between Transport Infrastructure Ireland and a company (details supplied) with regard to the construction of Dundalk bypass whereby TII could instruct contract variations; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [3380/17]
• 2017-01-25
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the estimated amount of compensation that would have to be paid to a company (details supplied) for any loss of income as a result of the dismantling of the Drogheda slip road tolls; the number of years the compensation would cover; if he will provide the compensation broken down by year; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [3381/17]
• 2017-01-25
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the methods by which his Department would calculate the estimated amount of compensation in relation to any possible loss of income to a company (details supplied) as a result of the dismantling of the Drogheda slip roads; the variables and formula to be used; the rationale for the variables; the source for the information for the variables; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [3382/17]
• 2017-01-25
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the person or body that has the power to levy tolls on national roads to make toll by-laws and to enter into agreements relating to tolls on national roads; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [3383/17]
• 2017-01-25
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the costs of operating the slip road tolls at the Donore exit in Drogheda; the operational costs, staffing costs and all other associated costs broken down by year; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [3384/17]
• 2017-01-24
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the status of the funding, provision and commencement date for the port access northern cross route, in view of the daily gridlock and congestion in Drogheda currently and to cater for the projected increase of an additional population of 20,000 under the northern environs plan; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2743/17]
• 2017-01-24
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport when funding will be made available to local authorities in County Louth for the provision of road safety measures, including the provision of a mini roundabout and-or staggered junction at Leonard's Cross, Upper Mell, Drogheda; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2747/17]
• 2017-01-17
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if he will meet with a delegation from the City of Derry Airport to discuss plans to develop the capacity of the airport, develop new routes and increase passenger numbers, in view of the fact that 40% of the passengers who use the airport every year are from County Donegal. [1191/17]
• 2017-01-17
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport his plans to co-fund the A5 dual carriageway from counties Donegal and Derry to Dublin; and his plans to increase the level of co-funding indicated by the Government over recent years. [1192/17]
• 2017-01-17
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the reason an office for the National Driving Licensing Service is not based in the Inishowen Peninsula, County Donegal in view of the fact that all residents in the northern half of the peninsula live more than the recommended 50 km from the nearest office in Letterkenny and some of those residents live almost 80 km away. [1193/17]
• 2017-01-17
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if his attention has been drawn to the serious and regular traffic gridlock in Letterkenny, County Donegal; and if he will amend the Government's capital plan to ensure that the N56 Letterkenny relief road, known as the Bonagee link, will be funded at the earliest opportunity. [1195/17]
• 2017-01-17
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport his plans to fund the redevelopment of the leisure centre and swimming pool in Buncrana, County Donegal. [1196/17]
• 2017-01-17
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport when funding will be released by his Department to enable a proposed new stadium for a football club (details supplied) to proceed. [1366/17]
• 2017-01-17
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport his plans to adequately resource local road improvement schemes to reflect the challenge of maintaining many roads across rural Ireland. [1367/17]
• 2017-01-17
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport his plans for the Gorey to Rosslare rail line, in view of concerns regarding its future; his plans for further investment in and development of rail services on the Dublin to Rosslare Europort rail line; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1433/17]
• 2016-12-16
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if driver's licences can be renewed through local post offices; and if not, if he will provide a list of centres in Dublin where licences may be renewed. [40525/16]
• 2016-12-16
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if outside companies are employed to carry out motorway roadside maintenance, namely services such as tree tending and grass cutting; and if so, the amount that is paid to these companies for the completion of this work since the year 2011 to date in 2016. [40526/16]
• 2016-12-07
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport his views on the future of public transport here in view of the serious issues raised by the NTA's rail review, concerns regarding the future of the Expressway bus service, ongoing industrial relations issues surrounding a number of national carriers and previous industrial action taken by Dublin Bus and Luas workers; his further views on whether he should re-evaluate his approach to public transport funding and his engagement with the sector, in view of the ongoing difficulties in the sector since he took office; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [39117/16]
• 2016-12-07
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the engagement he has had with his Northern counterparts on matters relevant to his portfolio, particularly in the areas of infrastructure and tourism, in view of Britain's intention to leave the EU in the next two years; his plans to maintain and improve current cross-Border engagement with relevant organisations; the interactions he has had with the Assembly in Northern Ireland regarding the changes that will come about when Britain leaves the EU; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [38838/16]
• 2016-12-07
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport his views on the current situation regarding motor insurance; the measures he has taken to address it; if he has met the Minister for Finance on the matter; the proposals his Department has on the way to resolve the matter; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [38839/16]
• 2016-11-24
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if his Department has given any consideration to the option of magnetic decals for taxi drivers, rather than the current adhesive version, to allow taxi drivers to have the option of using their vehicles for private personal use when they are off duty; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36612/16]
• 2016-11-24
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport his plans to allow for taxi plates to be sold on by taxi drivers should they choose to leave the business; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36613/16]
• 2016-11-23
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if a company (details supplied) has received any State grants or funding in the past five years. [36458/16]
• 2016-11-23
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport his plans to change the regulation of car sharing enterprises that would permit drivers without taxi licences to operate within the State; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36459/16]
• 2016-11-17
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport further to Parliamentary Question No. 42 of 2 November 2016 to set out the amount of moneys to be allocated to the sports capital grant for 2017. [35547/16]
• 2016-11-17
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the date on which the specific improvement grants were closed; and his plans to reopen this grant. [35551/16]
• 2016-11-16
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if he has had representations regarding the knowledge test for applicants for taxi licences or if his attention has been drawn to concerns regarding the fairness of the test and of its administration since it was contracted out to a private company; if his Department will liaise with the National Transport Authority and the Taxi Regulator on this matter to review whether this test and its administration are fit for purpose; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35242/16]
• 2016-11-02
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if his attention has been drawn to the issuing and amending of commercial bus licences on routes served by existing operators, a practice which has the potential to impact on the employment of 800 workers on the Expressway service; the actions he will take to rectify this situation and safeguard the employment of the workers; if he will convene a forum, inclusive of all stakeholders and as provided for in the 2009 Act, to discuss all aspects of State provision and funding for public transport in view of the importance of this issue; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [32937/16]
• 2016-11-02
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the steps, particularly in respect of funding, he plans to take to progress the Narrow Water Bridge project; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [32795/16]
• 2016-11-02
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the amount allocated to the sports grants for 2017; the groups and clubs which received funding; the amount they received under the sports grant scheme for 2015 in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [32796/16]
• 2016-11-02
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the steps he will take to ensure the A5 motorway from Dublin to Derry will be realised; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [32797/16]
• 2016-10-27
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if he will provide the necessary funding and operating costs to maintain the current phase one development at the National Sports Campus; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [32398/16]
• 2016-10-27
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if he will provide the necessary funding to support the roll-out of phase two of the National Sports Campus; if he will provide a timeline for its completion; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [32399/16]
• 2016-10-25
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the total amount allocated to his Department in budget 2017; the amount allocated to public transport within this figure; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [31520/16]
• 2016-10-25
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the total amount allocated to his Department in budget 2017; and if he will provide a breakdown of the moneys allocated to the various areas within his Department in tabular form. [31521/16]
• 2016-10-11
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport his plans to set up a licensing system for car sellers to regulate the industry and put a stop to unregulated sellers who may be selling cars that are not roadworthy; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [29466/16]
• 2016-10-11
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport his plans to introduce a system whereby vehicle mechanics are required to register, in order to stop unqualified personnel operating vehicle repair services; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [29467/16]
• 2016-10-11
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport his plans to make vehicle trackers mandatory to ensure stolen vehicles can be recovered; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [29468/16]
• 2016-10-11
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport when he expects the heads of the planned bill on the regulation of rickshaws to be published; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [29479/16]
• 2016-10-11
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the projected timeline of the State's inquiry into the Rio Olympics ticketing scandal; when the inquiry is due to begin; and when it is expected to conclude. [29482/16]
• 2016-09-16
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport his plans to review and update legislation regulating travel agents and other travel companies in order to ensure that consumers are protected when travel companies go out of business (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24466/16]
• 2016-09-16
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the supports that exist for drivers and passengers who have a disability and who do not own a car that is tax exempt under the disabled drivers and disabled passengers scheme. [25235/16]
• 2016-09-16
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if persons who drive cars registered in the North have to pay higher toll and toll penalty rates than persons who drive cars registered in the South; and if so, the reason for this anomaly. [25750/16]
• 2016-09-16
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if his attention has been drawn to the difficulties experienced by persons who do not have accounts with road tolling companies and who therefore cannot make toll payments by 8 p.m. the day following their journey, as required on the M50; and the remedies that exist in this case to allow motorists to avoid large fines in cases where they are genuinely unable to pay the toll within the required time limit. [25751/16]
• 2016-09-16
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if the Exchequer receives a portion of the fines charged by private tolling companies. [25752/16]
• 2016-09-16
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the companies that are currently in the Irish tolling market and which collect tolls and fines on roads here. [25753/16]
• 2016-09-16
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if his attention has been drawn to the difficulties that taxi drivers have been experiencing with taxi licences when they choose to use their names in Irish where they previously may have used the English version of their names; and if the National Transport Authority recognises both Irish and English versions of names for licensing purposes. [25754/16]
• 2016-09-16
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the number and detail of CIÉ bus routes that have been deemed to be wheelchair accessible by Bus Éireann. [25775/16]
• 2016-09-16
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the average amount of time that persons have to wait between applying for a driving test and being allocated a date for the test, by county, in tabular form. [25776/16]
• 2016-09-16
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if his attention has been drawn to proposed changes or the removal of Bus Éireann services from Galway county, in particular Ballinasloe to Athlone IT. [26014/16]
• 2016-09-16
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the amount annually since its formation that the NTA has spent on outside consultants, by department or section within the NTA. [26060/16]
• 2016-09-16
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if the NTA has provided him with a new start date for the Dodder greenway, the Grand Canal greenway, phase four of the Royal Canal greenway, the Clonskeagh to city scheme, the Drury Street cycle parking project and the Heuston to Chapelizod greenway, which have all been suspended by the NTA. [26061/16]
• 2016-09-16
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the number of new staff members recruited by the NTA since 2011 to date in 2016; and the number of vacancies which have been filled through contracts with outside contracting companies in the same period. [26062/16]
• 2016-09-16
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the status of the process of examining transport service provision for young persons with a disability as outlined in the programme for a partnership Government. [26063/16]
• 2016-09-16
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if he is currently working towards the next sectoral plan for accessible transport; if so, when he plans to have it published; and the progress achieved to date since the last plan was published. [26064/16]
• 2016-09-16
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if he expects, that under Regulation (EC) No 1371/2007 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 23 October 2007 on rail passengers’ rights, he will apply for a further exemption to the sections of that regulation which stipulate that a member state will make all reasonable efforts to ensure that trains and other rail services are accessible and will provide assistance free of charge on board trains and during boarding and disembarking from trains; if so, the reason he expects that decision to be made; and if, in the meantime, he is working towards providing these services to disabled members of society. [26065/16]
• 2016-07-21
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if the recently launched Wild Atlantic Way passport is bilingual, or if it is available as Gaeilge; if not, his views regarding this omission given that many parts of the Wild Atlantic Way are in Gaeltacht areas; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [23601/16]
• 2016-07-20
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if he will consider increasing the public service obligation payments received by CIE, given that despite the increase in fare revenue and commercial income in 2015, CIE recorded a net loss of €26.4 million in 2015, according to its annual report; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [23025/16]
• 2016-07-20
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport his views on increasing the public service obligation payments received by CIE, given that despite the increase in fare revenue and commercial income in 2015, CIE recorded a net loss of €26.4 million in 2015, according to its annual report; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [23023/16]
• 2016-07-19
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport his plans to address the issue of cars which have been written off in other jurisdictions being brought here, given the grave safety concerns for road users, especially with the lengthy delay in bringing forward legislation to deal with this matter; the measures he intends to take to deal with this problem; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [22794/16]
• 2016-07-19
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport to consider a review of the toll charge imposed on the M1 at Drogheda and in particular the slip road tolls where persons have to pay a toll on entry and exit to the town and the detrimental effect it is having on local businesses, small hauliers and tourism and investment, in addition to adding to the congestion in an already congested town; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [22795/16]
• 2016-07-19
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if he has made a decision as to whether sports capital grants will be made available for 2016; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [22490/16]
• 2016-07-19
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if he has considered banning the use of rickshaws as a method of transport and as a method of carrying passengers until regulations have been introduced by legislation or other means; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [22486/16]
• 2016-07-19
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport his plans, in view of the British vote to leave the EU, to manage the potential losses to the tourism market given the dramatic fall in value of sterling and the fact that 40% of tourists to Ireland come from Britain; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [22489/16]
• 2016-07-19
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport in view of the recent Luas drivers' industrial dispute and ongoing talks in the Labour Court between CIE and transport unions, his plans to manage public transport services should another industrial dispute take place in 2016 on the public transport services, be that rail or bus; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [22488/16]
• 2016-07-19
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the plans his Department and the National Transport Authority have to deal with the increasing numbers of rail passengers, increasing from 36.74 million in 2013 to 39.66 million in 2015 according to the NTA, given that many routes are very overcrowded, particularly at rush hour, including on the Dundalk to Dublin route; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [22487/16]
• 2016-07-19
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if he has considered banning the use of rickshaws as a method of transport and as a method of carrying passengers until regulations have been introduced by legislation or other means; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [22187/16]
• 2016-07-19
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if he has consulted the Attorney General on the legal advice obtained by both Dublin City Council and the National Transport Authority on their respective powers to regulate rickshaws; and if not, when he intends to do so. [22188/16]
• 2016-07-19
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if he is aware that Dublin Bus is not providing an adequate bus service to the Easton Road area of Leixlip, County Kildare, and has stated to the Celbridge-Leixlip municipal district members that it provides a peak-time service to and from Easton Road and has no plans to extend services, as it would require additional significant resources and-or the redirecting of the 66 bus route which services other parts of Leixlip; and if he will identify the additional significant resources that Dublin Bus quotes as its reason for not delivering the service to Easton Road. [22597/16]
• 2016-07-14
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if he is aware that Kildare County Council's proposal for a north County Kildare swimming pool that was submitted to the public swimming pool programme in 2016 has not received a response to date; and if this submission was deemed to be invalid. [21694/16]
• 2016-07-14
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if he will engage with Dublin Bus on the issue of transport provision earlier on Sunday mornings to customers who rely on Dublin Bus to get to work and in the absence of a bus service, are forced to pay for taxis in some parts of the city. [21703/16]
• 2016-07-12
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if he will seek to amend the Government's capital investment plan to include funding the proposed N56 Letterkenny relief road to enable Transport Infrastructure Ireland to fund this vital project aimed at addressing the traffic gridlock that Letterkenny constantly endures; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21200/16]
• 2016-07-12
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport in the light of the Brexit vote, if he will make a statement reaffirming the Government's and the State's commitment to co-fund equally the A5 upgrade from Donegal and Derry to Monaghan as originally committed to at the St. Andrews Agreement; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21201/16]
• 2016-07-07
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if he can confirm the inclusion of the N52 Ardee bypass for consideration in the 2017 capital programme review. [20332/16]
• 2016-07-05
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the reason for the absence of a signpost for Castleconnell at junction 27 of the M7; his plans to deal with the matter; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [19549/16]
• 2016-06-28
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport to provide the funding in 2016 to complete the process of the compulsory purchase of the land required to commence construction of the link road R150 from Bettystown to Laytown. [18184/16]
• 2016-06-28
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if he is aware that persons from the Inishowen peninsula in County Donegal have to travel an unreasonable distance to attain a learner permit or driving licence at the National Driving Licence Service office in Letterkenny; if he will support the locating of a new office in the Inishowen peninsula. [18256/16]
• 2016-06-21
  PQ
  Asked Finance

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Finance his plans to raise the rate of value added tax for the tourism sector. [16830/16]
• 2016-06-21
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport to confirm that the funds promised in the capital spend programme 2015 for the urgently needed Laytown-Bettystown link road (R150) are guaranteed for the project; and when this funding will be released. [16780/16]
• 2016-06-21
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport his plans to restrict the access of higher goods vehicles and other large vehicles from St. Laurence's Gate in Drogheda, County Louth, given that these vehicles are causing damage to the structure. [16834/16]
• 2016-06-21
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if he has considered the inclusion of St. Laurence's Gate, Drogheda, County Louth in Ireland's Ancient East; and if he will identify it as a gateway to Ireland's Ancient East. [16836/16]
• 2016-06-14
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport his plans to provide additional investment to improve accessibility on public transport for persons with disabilities given the widespread deficiencies which result in many persons being unable to avail of public transport services in their area or to travel without great difficulty. [15825/16]
• 2016-06-14
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport to clarify his views on the effectiveness of the Road Safety Authority and An Garda Síochána in tackling unsafe driving and reducing road collisions and fatalities; and his plans to assist these bodies in this work and to provide the necessary resources. [15611/16]
• 2016-06-14
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if he is aware of the serious deficiencies in the provision of wheelchair accessible public transport, such as the Bus Éireann route 190, which is not wheelchair accessible most of the time and when a lift is provided, there is often no qualified person to operate it. [15612/16]
• 2016-06-08
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport when he will provide funding for the Bonagee link road connecting the business park road to the Dry Arch roundabout to address the serious and ongoing traffic gridlock in Letterkenny, County Donegal. [14714/16]
• 2016-06-08
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if he will reaffirm the Government's commitment to co-fund the A5 dual carriageway linking Donegal and Derry to Monaghan when the project proceeds. [14715/16]
• 2016-06-08
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if he will consider an online driving licence renewal system or a driving licence renewal system facilitated by Irish embassies or consulates overseas for Irish citizens currently working abroad. [14716/16]
• 2016-05-24
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport when he will provide funding for phase 2 of the Samuel Beckett civic campus in Ballyogan, Dublin 18. [11727/16]
• 2016-05-18
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the interventions he plans to make in the industrial dispute between Transdev and Luas workers; if he is aware this company is operating a State contract; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [10901/16]
• 2016-05-17
  PQ
  Asked Transport

  Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport when he will announce the sports capital grants for 2016; the amount of money he will allocate for these grants; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [10528/16]