Questions

331. Deputy Tom Brabazon asked the Minister for Transport the number of meetings he had had with Dublin Bus since May 2025; and the subject of each meeting, in tabular form. [3669/26]

111. Deputy Tom Brabazon asked the Minister for Transport for an update on the engagement his Department has had with the National Transport Authority and public transport providers in relation to the reliability and frequency of public transport [2865/26]

279. Deputy Tom Brabazon asked the Minister for Transport the number of qualified female bus drivers currently working for Bus Éireann, in tabular form. [71801/25]

280. Deputy Tom Brabazon asked the Minister for Transport the number of qualified female bus drivers currently working for Dublin Bus, in tabular form. [71802/25]

281. Deputy Tom Brabazon asked the Minister for Transport the up-to-date position regarding a new coastguard building at Howth Harbour; and when this project will move to the next stage. [71803/25]

282. Deputy Tom Brabazon asked the Minister for Transport the number of qualified female train drivers currently working for Iarnród Eireann, in tabular form. [71804/25]

200. Deputy Tom Brabazon asked the Minister for Transport the passenger-protection mechanisms which currently exist under the NTA for non-fault incidents; if the NTA provides any guidance to operators; and if his Department will consider examining a limited safety-net mechanism as part of the ongoing review linked to the MIBI. [68597/25]

187. Deputy Tom Brabazon asked the Minister for Transport the additional buses and drivers that would be required if the frequency of Dublin Bus Route H1 increased to every ten minutes in both directions. [65268/25]

218. Deputy Tom Brabazon asked the Minister for Transport is aware that the new 73 bus route fleet is not electric; if his Department has engaged with the provider (details supplied) and the NTA on this matter; and when it is expected that this fleet will be electric. [65578/25]

247. Deputy Tom Brabazon asked the Minister for Transport if his Department will consider bringing forward limited no-fault mechanisms for public transport passengers involved in accidents whilst using public transport to ensure that medical and rehabilitation costs are not left uncovered. [58266/25]

22. Deputy Tom Brabazon asked the Minister for Transport the status of implementation of the national policy framework on drone operations, including drone delivery systems; the measures being taken to ensure robust enforcement of existing regulations; and whether his Department has engaged with communities affected by increased drone activity to assess the framework’s effectiveness; and if he will make a statement o…

23. Deputy Tom Brabazon asked the Minister for Transport his Departments plans to undertake consultation with residents and local authorities in areas where commercial drone delivery operations are active, if concerns around noise, privacy, and safety have been assessed; and if he will review the current regulatory frameworks to ensure sufficient protections are in place for local communities. [57516/25]

24. Deputy Tom Brabazon asked the Minister for Transport the engagement his Department had with the Irish Aviation Authority to ensure that the deployment of drone delivery systems is regulated in a way that balances technological innovation with environmental protection; and the privacy of local communities and public safety. [57517/25]

237. Deputy Tom Brabazon asked the Minister for Transport the nature of refurbishment works that Irish Rail carried out at Kilbarrack and Raheny Dart Stations in 2024 and to date in 2025, in tabular form. [54615/25]

249. Deputy Tom Brabazon asked the Minister for Transport the position regarding initiating driving licence agreements with US states. [51252/25]

250. Deputy Tom Brabazon asked the Minister for Transport if his Department will consider a streamlined process to allow holders of US driving licences to obtain an Irish driving license. [51253/25]

214. Deputy Tom Brabazon asked the Minister for Transport the dates and times in 2024 and to-date in 2025 when any lifts at Howth Junction/ Donaghmede Dart Station were out of order; and the reasons for each time the lift was out of order, in tabular form. [48112/25]

215. Deputy Tom Brabazon asked the Minister for Transport if the NTA will fund the installation of a bus shelter at Dublin Bus pole number 738. [48113/25]

235. Deputy Tom Brabazon asked the Minister for Transport if he is aware of concerns of residents in the north Dublin area regarding an increase of flights over residential areas and resultant noise pollution in the early hours of the morning and the actions his Department is taking to address such concerns. [48531/25]

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]

212. Deputy Tom Brabazon asked the Minister for Transport to provide a report on the National Transport Authority demand need assessment along the H1 bus route. [32165/25]

28. Deputy Tom Brabazon asked the Minister for Transport when Irish Rail will arrange for the repainting of the steps leading down to platforms 2 and 3 at Howth Junction/Donaghmede DART Station; and the frequency with which this work is carried out. [26307/25]

86. Deputy Tom Brabazon asked the Minister for Transport if he will ensure that Gardaí have sufficient powers to tackle the misuse of e-scooters and scramblers; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [12932/25]

520. Deputy Tom Brabazon asked the Minister for Transport if the National Transport Authority will fund the installation of next bus display screen at a location (details supplied). [20846/25]

301. Deputy Tom Brabazon asked the Minister for Transport the number of applicants that have not shown up for driving tests in each of the years 2020 to 2024 and to date in 2025. [15435/25]