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Alan Kelly Written 8 Jul 2025 · to Defence
236. Deputy Alan Kelly asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Defence his plans to ensure that Nenagh Military Barracks is maintained and a plan is put in place for its future. [37879/25]
Emer Currie Written 8 Jul 2025 · to Transport
237. Deputy Emer Currie asked the Minister for Transport if sufficient legislation is in place in order for fixed-charge notices to be issues for the offence of displaying illegal number plates; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37811/25]
Conor D McGuinness Written 8 Jul 2025 · to Transport
238. Deputy Conor D. McGuinness asked the Minister for Transport his Department’s expenditure on hairstyling, make-up, personal grooming and general cosmetic expenses, in each of the years 2015 to 2025, in tabular form. [37005/25]
Conor D McGuinness Written 8 Jul 2025 · to Transport
239. Deputy Conor D. McGuinness asked the Minister for Transport his Department’s expenditure on beauticians, make-up artists or hairdressing professionals, stylists or personal shoppers, specifying if such expenditure was on a contract or retainer fee basis, in each of the years 2015 to 2025, in tabular form. [37023/25]
Conor D McGuinness Written 8 Jul 2025 · to Transport
240. Deputy Conor D. McGuinness asked the Minister for Transport his expenditure on advertising, detailing the objective, duration, media platforms, advertising agency or agencies, and cost of each advertising campaign, in each of the years 2015 to 2025. [37041/25]
Conor D McGuinness Written 8 Jul 2025 · to Transport
241. Deputy Conor D. McGuinness asked the Minister for Transport his Department's expenditure on media training in each of the years 2015 to 2025; the firms contracted to provide training; and the position or grade of those availing of training, for example, Minister, Secretary General, principal officer and so on. [37058/25]
Conor D McGuinness Written 8 Jul 2025 · to Transport
242. Deputy Conor D. McGuinness asked the Minister for Transport his Department's expenditure on media consultancy in each of the years 2015 to 2025; the consultancy firms involved; and the nature of each contract, in tabular form. [37076/25]
Conor D McGuinness Written 8 Jul 2025 · to Transport
243. Deputy Conor D. McGuinness asked the Minister for Transport if he will commit to Government funding to support the runway extension development at Waterford Airport. [37087/25]
Conor D McGuinness Written 8 Jul 2025 · to Transport
244. Deputy Conor D. McGuinness asked the Minister for Transport when a decision will be made regarding Government funding to support the runway extension development at Waterford Airport. [37088/25]
Conor D McGuinness Written 8 Jul 2025 · to Transport
245. Deputy Conor D. McGuinness asked the Minister for Transport the engagements he has had with stakeholders regarding the runway extension development at Waterford Airport since assuming office, in tabular form, including the name of stakeholder, date and type of engagement, location of meeting if applicable, and engagement outcome. [37089/25]
Conor D McGuinness Written 8 Jul 2025 · to Transport
246. Deputy Conor D. McGuinness asked the Minister for Transport if his Department has carried out an analysis of cost increases relating to the proposed runway extension development at Waterford Airport arising out of construction inflation between the years 2019 to 2025, during which time the project could not proceed; and if so, if he will detail the results of that analysis. [37090/25]
Conor D McGuinness Written 8 Jul 2025 · to Transport
247. Deputy Conor D. McGuinness asked the Minister for Transport if his Department has carried out projections of likely cost increases relating to the proposed runway extension development at Waterford Airport arising out of annual construction inflation should the project not proceed this year; and if so, if he will detail those projections. [37091/25]
Pa Daly Written 8 Jul 2025 · to Transport
248. Deputy Pa Daly asked the Minister for Transport the measures he is taking to extend the list of recognised states in the exchange of a foreign driving licence to include the United States; when he anticipates the change will occur; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37121/25]
Pa Daly Written 8 Jul 2025 · to Transport
249. Deputy Pa Daly asked the Minister for Transport the measures he is taking to extend the list of recognised states in the exchange of a foreign driving licence to include more countries; the countries with which Ireland currently has reciprocal licensing agreements; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37122/25]
Emer Currie Written 8 Jul 2025 · to Transport
250. Deputy Emer Currie asked the Minister for Transport if the RSA could provide drivers with SMS reminders, with Eircode-specific directions and on-site signage, to prevent driving test no-shows due to issues with locating test centres; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37204/25]
Tom Brabazon Written 8 Jul 2025 · to Transport
251. Deputy Tom Brabazon asked the Minister for Transport the additional measures his Department plans to implement to prevent misuse of e-scooters, including speeding and driving on footpaths. [37209/25]
Cathal Crowe Written 8 Jul 2025 · to Transport
252. Deputy Cathal Crowe asked the Minister for Transport for an update on proposed updates to the 318 bus service linking Ennis and Limerick city (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37218/25]
Albert Dolan Written 8 Jul 2025 · to Transport
253. Deputy Albert Dolan asked the Minister for Transport the number of purchase orders processed by his Department in 2023 that were not included in the published reports of purchase orders over €20,000; the number of purchase orders excluded due to their value falling below the €20,000 threshold, and the total combined value of those purchase orders; and the number of purchase orders excluded because they related t…
Naoise Ó Cearúil Written 8 Jul 2025 · to Transport
254. Deputy Naoise Ó Cearúil asked the Minister for Transport the way in which his Department is using ongoing data analysis and local knowledge to identify accident-prone areas and focus road safety interventions where they are most needed; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37253/25]
Barry Heneghan Written 8 Jul 2025 · to Transport
255. Deputy Barry Heneghan asked the Minister for Transport when he expects to finalise and publish the national drone policy framework, as committed to in the programme for Government, to ensure safe, secure and environmentally responsible drone operations; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37262/25]
Barry Heneghan Written 8 Jul 2025 · to Transport
256. Deputy Barry Heneghan asked the Minister for Transport if the forthcoming drone legislation will include a right for residents to opt out of drone overflights or hovering near their private properties; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37263/25]
Barry Heneghan Written 8 Jul 2025 · to Transport
257. Deputy Barry Heneghan asked the Minister for Transport if he will consider introducing temporary drone restriction zones in residential areas such as (details supplied) pending the finalisation of the national drone policy framework; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37264/25]
Marie Sherlock Written 8 Jul 2025 · to Transport
258. Deputy Marie Sherlock asked the Minister for Transport the outcome of the cross-departmental task force in into driver recruitment and retention challenges. [37267/25]
Ruairí Ó Murchú Written 8 Jul 2025 · to Transport
259. Deputy Ruairí Ó Murchú asked the Minister for Transport if consideration will be given to legislation that would make it mandatory for all vehicle drivers to use dipped headlights during the daytime; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37296/25]
Michael Healy-Rae Written 8 Jul 2025 · to Transport
260. Deputy Michael Healy-Rae asked the Minister for Transport if an application by a person (details supplied) can be expedited; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37303/25]