Parliamentary questions

Rail Network

Bernard Durkan

88. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Transport the extent to which passenger capacity is being or can be improved on the north Kildare commuter lines such as Naas-Sallins, Hazelhatch, Kilcock, Maynooth, Leixlip and Confey; if park-and-ride facilities are likely to be provided/extended on these very busy routes; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [20737/23]

Driver Test

Bernard Durkan

126. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Transport the plans, if any, currently in hand to reduce waiting times to sit a driving test, with some individuals waiting at least six months; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [20925/23]

Rail Network

Bernard Durkan

127. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Transport his plans, if any, to increase the number of carriages serving the North Kildare rail commuter routes, or alternatively, increasing the frequency of trains, thereby improving the service for commuters; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [20926/23]

Parking Provision

Bernard Durkan

128. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Transport if adequate consideration has been given to the provision of adequate parking adjacent to railway stations, with a view to ensuring the availability and convenience of rail services; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [20927/23]

Rail Network

Bernard Durkan

129. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Transport the extent to which he and his Department will encourage the modernisation of rail transport infrastructure, with particular reference to ensuring long-term investment which can be relied upon to meet the rail transport needs of the public well into the future; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [20928/23]

Public Transport

Bernard Durkan

130. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Transport the extent to which he expects public transport to play a major role in the future; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [20929/23]

Transport Policy

Bernard Durkan

131. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Transport his proposals for the enhancement of rural transport throughout County Kildare, with particular reference to the interlinking of the public and private sectors where possible, and the introduction of new services to include any areas, urban or rural not served by existing areas; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [20930/23]

Rail Network

Bernard Durkan

132. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Transport the degree to which the commuter towns of North Kildare can expect improved rail and bus services in the future; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [20931/23]

Transport Policy

Bernard Durkan

133. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Transport the discussions he has had with stakeholders in the transport sector, with a view to maximising a changeover to the use of non-fossil fuels while maintaining best economic focus; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [20932/23]

Rail Network

Bernard Durkan

134. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Transport the extent to which he and his Department continue to monitor the throughput of passengers at the various stations on the Maynooth line; the extent to which demand has grown and his proposals to accommodate the demand in the future; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [20933/23]

Road Network

Bernard Durkan

135. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Transport the total number of vehicles currently using the M4 for commuting purposes on a daily basis; the future plans in this regard; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [20934/23]

Cycling Facilities

Bernard Durkan

192. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Transport if he is aware of the stalled roll out of the bike bunkers scheme by Dublin City Council, that a review of the scheme is now being undertaken despite commitments over the past 18 months to expand the scheme by tendering for 350 bike bunkers citywide; his views on whether the stalled nature of this scheme is in keeping with the Government's Local Authority Climate Action policies; if he will contact the Chief Executive of Dublin City Council in order to ensure the expansion of the scheme is delivered so that Dubliners in areas such as Stoneybatter, the Liberties and the North Strand can benefit from an initiative that has proven popular, and where demand is high; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [19356/23]

Traffic Management

Bernard Durkan

160. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Transport the extent to which traffic management proposals for Celbridge, County Kildare are being activated in a manner which meets with the satisfaction of the local authority and councillors; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [18896/23]

Traffic Management

Bernard Durkan

161. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Transport if dialogue continues to exist between his Department and the local authority for Naas in the context of the traffic management proposals with a view to reaching agreement on the proposals supported by the local authority members and the residents most likely to be affected by the proposed changes; if he has been in recent contact with the local authority regarding these matters (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [18897/23]

Traffic Management

Bernard Durkan

197. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Transport the current status of plans to alleviate traffic congestion in Celbridge, County Kildare; when the proposals are likely to be finalised in this regard given the seriousness of traffic congestion in Celbridge; if any conclusive steps will be taken in the future in this regard, given the pressing nature of the problem; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14618/23]

Traffic Management

Bernard Durkan

198. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Transport the current status of the proposed but not agreed traffic alleviation measures for Naas, County Kildare; if any progress is being made towards an alternative solution which was approved by the councillors of the area; if such proposals will now receive a favourable response given the ongoing and pressing nature of the traffic issues in the area; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14620/23]

Road Projects

Bernard Durkan

199. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Transport the current proposals to improve the roadway from Ballagh to Timahoe via Derrycrib/Derryvarroge which is now in dangerous condition, and which requires major work in order to meet health and safety standards; when the work is likely to be undertaken; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14626/23]

Public Transport

Bernard Durkan

84. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Transport the plans to provide increased public transport either by way of CIÉ or private bus operators to Kilshanroe, Enfield, County Kildare, given the population increase in the area in recent years, and the fact that the 120 bus passes through the village each day but does not stop; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14150/23]

Transport Policy

Bernard Durkan

16. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Transport the extent to which transport is being staggered at peak times to ensure the greatest utilisation of the road, rail and bus network and improved safety; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [10475/23]

Road Projects

Bernard Durkan

69. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Transport the extent to which progress is likely on urgently needed arterial road developments deemed by those directly affected to be vitally necessary in the shortest possible time; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [10476/23]

Transport Policy

Bernard Durkan

168. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Transport the extent to which he and his Department continue to ensure best practice and safety throughout the road, rail and bus network; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [10673/23]

Road Projects

Bernard Durkan

169. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Transport the extent to which he expects to be in a position to improve the capacity of the M50 and the M4; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [10674/23]

Rail Network

Bernard Durkan

170. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Transport the extent to which it is anticipated to increase the capacity and frequency of commuter trains serving the towns of Leixlip, Maynooth, Kilcock, Clane, Celbridge, Sallins, Naas and Straffan; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [10675/23]

Air Services

Bernard Durkan

171. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Transport the extent to which it is expected to extend and improve the air transport service throughout all regions in such a way as to make it possible for business people and their employees to avail of an efficient and reliable service; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [10676/23]

Road Projects

Bernard Durkan

172. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Transport if any particular traffic management plans are likely, given the need to improve the efficiency and safety of the M50 and similar routes to the capital city in view of the drastic overcrowding; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [10677/23]

Rail Network

Bernard Durkan

173. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Transport the extent to which it is anticipated to increase the number of carriages on all rail routes serving numerous towns and villages throughout County Kildare, given the demography of the area; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [10678/23]

Traffic Management

Bernard Durkan

174. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Transport the extent to which five- and six-axle vehicular traffic continues to be restricted at peak traffic times; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [10679/23]

Electric Vehicles

Bernard Durkan

175. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Transport the extent to which the use of electric cars is likely to affect our emission reduction targets over the next three to five years; if he has any particular incentives in mind in this regard; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [10680/23]

Air Services

Bernard Durkan

176. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Transport the extent to which the 2023 tourist season is likely to be in a position to avail of improved air transport services in terms of the number of flights; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [10681/23]

Rail Network

Bernard Durkan

177. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Transport if he will provide an update on the timeline for the electrification of the Maynooth rail line; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [10682/23]

Transport Costs

Bernard Durkan

30. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Transport the extent to which he continues to monitor transport costs and the contributory factors thereto, with a view to ensuring any negative impact on the economy might be alleviated insofar as is possible; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2351/23]

Transport Policy

Bernard Durkan

89. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Transport the extent to which steps are ongoing to ensure the viability of the transport sector, notwithstanding any challenges from whatever source; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2352/23]

Transport Policy

Bernard Durkan

179. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Transport the degree to which it is expected to grant access for motor commuters to Dublin city in the future given the future indicative parking charges; if this is likely to impact on productivity given the necessity to compete with the modern pace of activity and life; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2569/23]

Road Network

Bernard Durkan

180. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Transport the extent to which it is intended to provide high-quality road transport such as motorways in those areas throughout the country currently without such services, having particular regard to the economic needs of such areas and the need to compete for investment; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2570/23]

Rail Network

Bernard Durkan

181. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Transport the extent to which north Kildare rail commuters can expect enhanced and improved services in the future given the demographic trends and the need for the public to have confidence in the transport system in the future; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2571/23]

Road Projects

Bernard Durkan

182. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Transport the extent to which new roads are proposed from County Dublin via Confey, Leixlip, County Kildare, and other parts of north Kildare, with particular reference to ensuring that local residents are accommodated in every way possible given that their established travel routes are being interrupted; when the works will commence and conclude; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2572/23]

Rail Network

Bernard Durkan

183. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Transport the progress to date in the electrification of the Dublin-Maynooth rail line, with particular reference to the towns likely to expect an enhanced service; the extent of the parking arrangements currently proposed; if such arrangements can be improved in line with local requests; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2573/23]

Rail Network

Bernard Durkan

184. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Transport the current commuter train passenger levels throughout north Kildare, with particular reference to the need to ensure maximum efficiency, capacity and quality of service with the least overcrowding; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2574/23]

Rail Network

Bernard Durkan

185. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Transport when it is expected to commence construction works on the electrification of the Maynooth rail line; if Kilcock can be included in the proposals at this stage, given the extent to which this is being sought; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2575/23]

Rail Network

Bernard Durkan

186. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Transport the extent of the proposals to enhance and improve the Hazelhatch-Sallins commuter rail services in the near future; if electrification still remains an objective in this regard; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2576/23]

Departmental Data

Bernard Durkan

187. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Transport the total receipts from public road-side parking in Dublin city in a single year; the extent to which such receipts have varied over the past five years; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2577/23]

Road Safety

Bernard Durkan

188. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Transport the extent to which it might be possible to improve safety factors on the M50 and M4 given the level of traffic congestion on these routes; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2578/23]

Road Safety

Bernard Durkan

189. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Transport the degree to which safety factors continue to be a feature of major roads such as M9, M7, M1 and the main route to Derry and the north west; the extent to which the plans are in place to address such issues; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2579/23]

Driver Test

Bernard Durkan

136. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Transport when it is expected to facilitate an appointment for a driving test in the case of a person (details supplied) who is seeking employment and requires their full licence for employment purposes; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [60277/22]

Road Tolls

Bernard Durkan

231. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Transport the total amount paid in tolls in the past five years to date in regard to all tolled locations throughout the country without exception; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [58121/22]

Traffic Management

Bernard Durkan

25. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Transport the extent, if any, to which heavy vehicles use the main arterial routes to and from the city at peak travel times; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [55814/22]

Rail Network

Bernard Durkan

79. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Transport if he has been assured that road, footpath and boundary realignments arising from the electrification of the north Kildare rail routes will be minimised to ensure the least impact on the existing population; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [55815/22]

Rail Network

Bernard Durkan

185. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Transport the progress towards the extension of DART services to Maynooth, County Kildare and further afield in north Kildare to date; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [56044/22]

Rail Network

Bernard Durkan

186. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Transport if he will ensure that realignment of roads and bridges in the context of the extension and-or electrification of rail services throughout north Kildare does not involve disadvantaging local communities, and that road and bridge realignments outstanding for many years are satisfactorily dealt with in the course of programme; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [56045/22]

Rail Network

Bernard Durkan

187. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Transport the extent to which he expects commuter rail passenger numbers to increase when the lines are upgraded; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [56046/22]

Bus Services

Bernard Durkan

188. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Transport the extent to which the bus services serving north Kildare will be reorganised to give a better service to all areas; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [56047/22]

Rail Network

Bernard Durkan

189. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Transport the extent to which the electrification of the Maynooth railway line is progressing; the extent to which timetables are being met; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [56048/22]

Rail Network

Bernard Durkan

190. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Transport the degree to which progress towards the electrification of the Dublin-Maynooth railway line continues at pace; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [56049/22]

Traffic Management

Bernard Durkan

191. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Transport the measures proposed or currently in hand to alleviate traffic congestion on main routes such as the M50, M1, M4 and M7; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [56050/22]

Bus Services

Bernard Durkan

192. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Transport the extent to which all bus services from Naas to Blanchardstown are in need of improvement, with particular reference to reliability, availability and punctuality; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [56051/22]

Traffic Management

Bernard Durkan

193. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Transport the extent to which any upgrading of arterial routes to the city can be completed to speed up local commutes; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [56052/22]

Traffic Management

Bernard Durkan

194. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Transport the extent of any restrictions on heavy trucks at peak times; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [56096/22]

Bus Services

Bernard Durkan

203. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Transport if the bus service from Naas via Sallins and Maynooth to Blanchardstown can be augmented given that the bus is heavily overcrowded forcing passengers at peak times to stand for the whole journey; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [52649/22]

Traffic Management

Bernard Durkan

203. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Transport the extent to which measures to alleviate traffic congestion in Celbridge, County Kildare are in hand at present, with particular reference to road and footpath realignment and extra or new bridges required, all of which are necessary to facilitate existing and future housing development; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [51048/22]

Road Tolls

Bernard Durkan

204. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Transport the total amount raised in each of the past five years from toll charges and penalties on the M50 and separately in respect of each of the other roads currently tolled; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [51051/22]

Public Transport

Bernard Durkan

39. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Transport the extent to which passenger capacity is being or can be improved on the north Kildare commuter lines such as Naas-Sallins, Hazelhatch, Kilcock, Maynooth, Leixlip and Confey; if park-and-ride facilities are likely to be provided or extended on these very busy routes; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [46363/22]

Rail Network

Bernard Durkan

77. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Transport the extent to which plans for the electrification of the Dublin to Maynooth rail line are actively in hand when the project is likely to be completed; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [46362/22]

Rail Network

Bernard Durkan

191. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Transport the extent to which the passenger capacity of the commuter lines in north County Kildare can be improved while awaiting electrification of proposed commuter lines; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [46518/22]

Rail Network

Bernard Durkan

192. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Transport if adequate parking facilities are likely to be provided in the most appropriate location between Maynooth and Kilcock; when the electrification of the Maynooth line is expected to take place; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [46519/22]

Rail Network

Bernard Durkan

193. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Transport the extent to which any new rail stations are being proposed or are anticipated on the Maynooth line or the Sallins line in the future; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [46520/22]

Public Transport

Bernard Durkan

194. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Transport the degree to which alternative energy can be or is being used by the National Transport Authority with particular reference to both rail and bus services; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [46521/22]

Energy Conservation

Bernard Durkan

195. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Transport the extent to which energy savings can be made throughout the transport sector with particular reference to the current energy crisis; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [46522/22]

Public Transport

Bernard Durkan

196. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Transport the degree, if any, to which any audit has been done to evaluate the extent to which rail or bus transport can rely on alternative energy with particular reference to indigenous methods; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [46523/22]

Rail Network

Bernard Durkan

197. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Transport if it is expected that the electrification of the Maynooth line and any other commuter lines in north County Kildare will not be impeded by issues such as lack of alternative energy sources; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [46524/22]

Public Transport

Bernard Durkan

198. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Transport the extent to which national or alternative energy continues to be used in rail and road public transport; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [46525/22]

Bus Services

Bernard Durkan

199. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Transport the extent to which concerns regarding the changing of bus routes have been allayed; if there remains a specific number of locations where potential for existing passengers have issues; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [46526/22]

Bus Services

Bernard Durkan

200. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Transport if he is satisfied that sufficient action was taken following concerns by the public during the various interactions in respect of existing or proposed bus or rail routes; if changes took place as a result of submissions; the extent of same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [46527/22]

Bus Services

Bernard Durkan

201. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Transport the extent to which adequate provision is being made to ensure that revised bus routes are adequately tailored to meet the requirements of passengers; if adequate warning has been given and agreement reached in terms of changes; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [46528/22]

Transport Policy

Bernard Durkan

202. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Transport if adequate provision is being made to ensure that existing roads, bus stops and train stations, that may be due for realignment in the future will have due regard for existing residents and communities and that this be borne in mind at all times; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [46529/22]

Driver Test

Bernard Durkan

136. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Transport when a driver theory test will be facilitated in the case of a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [32241/22]

Dublin Airport Authority

Bernard Durkan

76. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Transport the way and the reason that the Dublin Airport Authority was able to qualify for the employment wage subsidy scheme while at the same time making employees redundant while also launching a recruitment campaign; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [30690/22]

Energy Prices

Bernard Durkan

109. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Transport the extent to which the Government can offer any further assistance to the transport sector by whatever means with a view to ensuring that the rising transport costs do not become prohibitive in the context of economic progress; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [30691/22]

Road Projects

Bernard Durkan

345. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Transport the current position in regard to the originally proposed Naas outer and inner ring roads in respect of which the locally elected councillors indicated their preference; if the required finance will be made available to carry out the preferred options of the locally-elected councillors; if urgent action can be taken to ensure the project is pursued; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [30919/22]

Road Projects

Bernard Durkan

349. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Transport the extent to which ongoing traffic management proposals in respect of the various towns in County Kildare are advanced with due regard for the existing population who may be discommoded by some of the proposals; if these matters will be fully considered with a view to amicable solution; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [30959/22]

Airport Policy

Bernard Durkan

350. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Transport the extent to which the Dublin Airport Authority continues to ensure the smooth, effective and efficient running of the airport as passenger numbers increase in the aftermath of Covid-19 lockdowns; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [30960/22]

Road Projects

Bernard Durkan

351. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Transport the extent to which he remains assured of smooth flowing traffic patterns throughout County Kildare and in all cities, towns and villages throughout the country in the aftermath of the lockdown and conscious of the need to restore the economy to its full potential; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [30961/22]

Rail Network

Bernard Durkan

352. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Transport the extent to which ongoing evaluation of the commuter rail service serving Maynooth, Kilcock, Leixlip, Confey, Hazelhatch, Celbridge and Sallins continues with a view to ensuring the continued availability of an effective, efficient and reliable commuter rail service that is sufficient to meet the needs of the growing populations of the various towns involved; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [30962/22]

Road Projects

Bernard Durkan

353. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Transport the progress that has been made to date in the adoption of traffic management plans for Celbridge which will cater for the needs of the indigenous population of the town as well as deflecting through traffic and ensuring that both objectives continue to be met; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [30963/22]

Road Projects

Bernard Durkan

354. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Transport the extent to which any realignment of roads and or bridges throughout north Kildare takes full cognisance of the need to ensure that any improvements take account of the need to ensure that existing local residents are not discommoded to accommodate new proposals but that both sectors are equally considered in the context of changes; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [30964/22]

Bus Services

Bernard Durkan

355. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Transport the extent to which efficacy and convenience of the revised bus routes in Dublin and the greater Dublin area continue to be monitored; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [30965/22]

Rail Network

Bernard Durkan

356. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Transport the extent to which adequate car parking facilities are being planned to meet the requirements now and in the future adjacent to all railway stations throughout north Kildare; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [30966/22]

Rail Network

Bernard Durkan

357. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Transport the extent to which the electrification of the Maynooth and Leixlip rail line purports to be extended to Kilcock and beyond with particular reference to avail of extra car parking space in the Kilcock, Enfield area which is likely to become an essential in the future; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [30967/22]

Rail Network

Bernard Durkan

358. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Transport if he will outline progress on proposals to provide for the electrification of the Dublin, Hazelhatch and Sallins lines with a view to ensuring that a convenient and readily available transport system in the future is capable of meeting expanded demands; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [30968/22]

Road Projects

Bernard Durkan

359. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Transport the extent to which a more sophisticated road traffic management system might be required in the aftermath of Covid-19 lockdowns having particular regard to the increased number of accidents arising from driver impatience; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [30969/22]

Airport Policy

Bernard Durkan

363. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Transport the extent to which other airports can contribute to easing the through traffic at Dublin Airport, thus making it a more satisfactory experience for travellers to and from this country; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [31023/22]

National Car Test

Bernard Durkan

199. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Transport the progress being made in reducing waiting lists for NCT tests; the action that can be taken by car owners who have been unable to secure tests before their NCT expires; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24156/22]

Greenways Provision

Bernard Durkan

200. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Transport the progress that has been made to date in respect of the Grand Canal Greenway works in north County Kildare with particular reference to the works on the Dublin-Kildare border near Hazelhatch; the plans to move the project forward in the near future; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24175/22]

Transport Policy

Bernard Durkan

125. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Transport the extent to which adequate provision has been made or is being made to meet the commuter requirements throughout north Kildare now and in the future; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21019/22]

Transport Policy

Bernard Durkan

128. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Transport the extent to which commuter rail and bus routes throughout north Kildare are adequately provided for; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21020/22]

Transport Policy

Bernard Durkan

456. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Transport if he is satisfied that travel reduction targets for the transport sector in general continues to be attainable; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21273/22]

Transport Policy

Bernard Durkan

457. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Transport the extent to which he remains satisfied regarding the adequacy of capital investment in the transport sector for the foreseeable future; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21274/22]

Rail Network

Bernard Durkan

458. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Transport the extent to which he expects commuter rail passenger numbers to increase when the lines are upgraded; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21275/22]

Rail Network

Bernard Durkan

459. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Transport his plans to increase the number of carriages serving the north County Kildare rail commuter routes or alternatively increasing the frequency of trains thereby improving the service for commuters; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21276/22]

Aviation Industry

Bernard Durkan

460. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Transport the extent of any ongoing assistance being provided to the aviation sector post-Covid given the pressures experienced by airlines during the pandemic; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21277/22]

Rail Network

Bernard Durkan

461. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Transport the progress to date towards the extension of DART services to Maynooth, County Kildare and further afield in north County Kildare; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21278/22]