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Barry Ward Written 20 Oct 2026 · to Transport
329. Deputy Barry Ward asked the Minister for Transport to set out a history of the proposal for a bypass of Virginia, County Cavan; the projected timeline for its completion; and an explanation for recent delays. [74219/26]
Barry Ward Written 13 Oct 2026 · to Transport
65. Deputy Barry Ward asked the Minister for Transport the position regarding a review of the Vehicle Clamping Act 2015 that would restrict the permission of private clamping companies to clamp cars in privately owned, publicly accessible car parks and instead encourage a system of fixed penalties that would not restrict the driver from leaving. [71372/26]
Barry Ward Written 13 Oct 2026 · to Transport
66. Deputy Barry Ward asked the Minister for Transport the position regarding a review of the Vehicle Clamping Act 2015 that would restrict the permission of private clamping companies to clamp cars on private land and instead encourage a system of fixed penalties that would not restrict the driver from leaving. [71371/26]
Barry Ward Written 13 Oct 2026 · to Transport
125. Deputy Barry Ward asked the Minister for Transport the position regarding the ICE2EV scrappage scheme; and if it is proposed to be extended beyond the initial pilot. [72077/26]
Barry Ward Written 13 Oct 2026 · to Transport
142. Deputy Barry Ward asked the Minister for Transport if agreement has been reached between the Health and Safety Authority, An Garda Síochána and the Road Safety Authority on a common methodology for collecting work-related road collision data; if so, the date of that agreement; and the title of the document in which it is recorded. [72422/26]
Barry Ward Written 13 Oct 2026 · to Transport
160. Deputy Barry Ward asked the Minister for Transport as chair of the Road Safety Leadership Group, to confirm the date of the next scheduled meeting of the group; if reconciliation of work-related road fatality data recorded by the Road Safety Authority, An Garda Síochána and the Health and Safety Authority will be placed on the agenda of that meeting; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [72450/26]
Barry Ward Written 13 Oct 2026 · to Transport
162. Deputy Barry Ward asked the Minister for Transport if any data sharing arrangement, protocol or memorandum of understanding covering work-related road collision data is in place or in preparation between the Health and Safety Authority, An Garda Síochána and the Road Safety Authority; and the title and date of the document. [72447/26]
Barry Ward Written 6 Oct 2026 · to Transport
92. Deputy Barry Ward asked the Minister for Transport further to Parliamentary Question No. 59746/26, if he will identify the specific provision of those regulations that imposes a penalty on an aircraft operator for failure to cancel CORSIA eligible emissions units as required by Regulation 24(3); and noting that the offences and penalties under Regulation 19, the EPA's power to issue directions under Regulation 14…
Barry Ward Written 6 Oct 2026 · to Transport
93. Deputy Barry Ward asked the Minister for Transport If his attention has been drawn to the actions of the French government which has introduced a specific penalty of €100 per tonne for non-compliance with CORSIA offsetting obligations together with the possibility of an operating ban; whether the Government will introduce an equivalent national penalty for non-compliance with CORSIA that is consistent with the ex…
Barry Ward Written 29 Sep 2026 · to Transport
249. Deputy Barry Ward asked the Minister for Transport the position regarding a review of the Vehicle Clamping Act 2015 that would restrict the permission of private clamping companies to clamp cars on public land and instead encourage a system of fixed penalties that would not restrict the driver from leaving. [68092/26]
Barry Ward Written 29 Sep 2026 · to Transport
265. Deputy Barry Ward asked the Minister for Transport if an application to renew a driving licence can be made on-line; and if not, if he will indicate the process an applicant has to follow. [68350/26]
Barry Ward Written 24 Sep 2026 · to Transport
159. Deputy Barry Ward asked the Minister for Transport the position regarding any initiative his Department is progressing to improve passenger safety on public transport. [66653/26]
Barry Ward Written 24 Sep 2026 · to Transport
222. Deputy Barry Ward asked the Minister for Transport the actions he is taking to ensure that all public transport is fully accessible for people with disabilities. [66652/26]
Barry Ward Written 16 Sep 2026 · to Transport
199. Deputy Barry Ward asked the Minister for Transport the position regarding research carried out by his Department into the merit of promoting the use of HVO fuel for transport to support a reduction in emissions; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [64393/26]
Barry Ward Written 16 Sep 2026 · to Transport
200. Deputy Barry Ward asked the Minister for Transport his views on the use of HVO fuel for transport as an alternative to diesel; if his Department is carrying out research into the merits of promoting its use at a national level; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [64392/26]
Barry Ward Written 16 Sep 2026 · to Transport
202. Deputy Barry Ward asked the Minister for Transport the position regarding any engagement he had with the NTA prior to the announcement of forthcoming price increases on public transport (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [64447/26]
Barry Ward Written 16 Sep 2026 · to Transport
205. Deputy Barry Ward asked the Minister for Transport the position regarding any research carried out into the potential impact of price increases on public transport (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [64453/26]
Barry Ward Written 16 Sep 2026 · to Transport
206. Deputy Barry Ward asked the Minister for Transport if he is concerned regarding the potential impact on passenger numbers due to price increases on public transport (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [64452/26]
Barry Ward Written 16 Sep 2026 · to Transport
207. Deputy Barry Ward asked the Minister for Transport if his attention has been drawn to negative passenger feedback in relation to the proposed price increases on public transport (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [64451/26]
Barry Ward Written 16 Sep 2026 · to Transport
208. Deputy Barry Ward asked the Minister for Transport the actions he will take to engage with the NTA in relation to the proposed price increases on public transport (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [64449/26]
Barry Ward Written 16 Sep 2026 · to Transport
209. Deputy Barry Ward asked the Minister for Transport his views on the NTA’s decision to implement price increases on public transport fares; his views on whether this goes against the Government aims to incentivise the use of public transport; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [64448/26]
Barry Ward Written 16 Sep 2026 · to Transport
280. Deputy Barry Ward asked the Minister for Transport the actions he is taking to ensure that all public transport services are fully accessible without the requirement for wheelchair users or those with mobility issues to call ahead of time to request additional assistance. [65185/26]
Barry Ward Written 16 Sep 2026 · to Transport
281. Deputy Barry Ward asked the Minister for Transport his views regarding the new DART carriages that are coming on stream; whether they are fully wheelchair accessible without the need for a separate ramp to be put in place; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [65184/26]
Barry Ward Written 16 Sep 2026 · to Transport
282. Deputy Barry Ward asked the Minister for Transport the position regarding engagement he has had with Luas operators in relation to ensuring that their services are fully accessible for wheelchair users or people with mobility issues. [65183/26]
Barry Ward Written 16 Sep 2026 · to Transport
283. Deputy Barry Ward asked the Minister for Transport the position regarding the engagement he has had with all public transport bus operators in relation to ensuring that their services are fully accessible for wheelchair users or people with mobility issues. [65182/26]