Department of Transport

Department of Transport

Under the Freedom of Information Act 2014, I am seeking Copies of the following esubmissions and attached documents: - Renewable Transport Fuel Regulations for RTFO 2025 Rates and Transposition of EU RED III - Land Request from Clare County Council - Proposal to not exercise the Minister's powers under Section 10(1)(a) of the Roads Act 1993 in relation to the Reclassification of Roads - Memo for Government: Donegal TEN-T Project - Memorandum for Information: RSA Review Update - 2023 NTA Annual Report and Financial Statements - Draft Memo for Government on TII's Annual Report and Financial Statements 2023 - Major Projects Governance Oversight Group: Quarterly Report I wish for my request to cover the period from 1/6/2024 - 4/9/24.I would prefer to receive this information in electronic format

Department of Transport

a copy of any correspondence between the office of Minister Ryan and Dublin City Council with regard to the Dublin City Centre Transport Plan and/or funding provided under Pathfinder. I would prefer to receive this information electronically, ideally in its original electronic format.

Department of Transport

Under the Freedom of Information Act, 2014, I wish to request access to the most recent internal guidelines or policy document issued by your FOI body regarding 1. the use of messaging apps or platforms (such as, but not limited to, SMS text messages, MMS messages, WhatsApp, Telegram, Signal, Snapchat, Instagram, Viber, WeChat, Hago, Messenger, BitMessage, Ring, Line, bulk SMS systems), or 2. the retention and archiving of messages sent using messaging platforms, or the transfer of such messages to a central repository with a view to ensuring compliance with FOI requests and data protection SARs. My request should be limited to cover the period from 1 January 2021 to date, and I will be satisfied if I receive the most recent guidance note / office notice / internal circular dealing with the use of messaging apps and the retention of all types of communications.

Department of Transport

Under Freedom of Information I wish to request the following: All records relating to the provision of makeup services, if any, for ministers in the department, including the costs of same All records relating the provision of any clothing, if any, for ministers in the department, including the costs of same. My requests cover the period June 2020 to the present day.

Department of Transport

The number of private cars insured as of 31 August 2024 or any other recent date broken down by - Insurance underwriter - date of insurance expiry

Department of Transport

Under the Freedom of Information Act 2014 I am seeking a list of esubmissions submitted to the Minister for Transport through the e- submissions channel. I wish for my request to cover the period from 01-08-2024 - 31-08-2024. I would prefer to receive this information in electronic format

Department of Transport

1. 29 January 2024 - Meeting between AerCap (Head of Govt. Affairs - Donal Handley) and DPO - Ethna Brogan, Acting Assistant Secretary (Department of Transport) 2. 1 February 2024 - Meeting between AerCap (Head of Govt. Affairs - Donal Handley) and Aviation Working Group (Jeffrey Wool) and DPO - Ethna Brogan 3. 15 June, 10 July, 9 August 2023 - Meetings between AerCap, (Donal Handley, Risteard Sheridan) and DPO - Ethna Brogan. 4. 14 July 2023 - Meeting between AerCap (Donal Handley, Morgan McCray Smith) and DPO - Ethna Brogan.

Department of Transport

Under the Freedom of Information Act, 2014, I wish to request access to any record which outlines whether and how your FOI body recognises long service by staff (e.g., whether you acknowledge service of 25 years, 40 years or 50 years). I am seeking any single record, or the smallest number of records possible to provide the information sought - I am not seeking "any and all" such records. I am also not seeking records relating to individual staff - rather, I seek any record which constitutes a policy statement on recognition of long service.

Department of Transport

All records related to An Post being given an exception to the parking and traffic regulations as per the changes outlined in S.I. No. 222/2024 - Road Traffic (Traffic and Parking) (Amendment) Regulations 2024. - Including but not limited to any records of briefings, memos etc given to Minister Ryan before he signed the legislation.

Department of Transport

Any correspondence between Minister Eamon Ryan/Minister's office and Deputy Leo Varadkar. I wish for my request to cover the period from April 9 2024 - August 19 2024.

Department of Transport

I request under the FOI acts, all documentation held by the Department in relation to the detailed analysis carried out as part of the All Island Rail Review relating to the existing rail line from Claremorris to Collooney. This application arises out of the answer that the Minister of Transport, Deputy Eamon Ryan, gave in the Dáil on July 4th, 2024, concerning the restoration of the Western Rail Corridor, as reported in the Dáil proceedings: https://www.oireachtas.ie/en/debates/debate/dail/2024-07-04/question/8/ This application arises out of the answer that the Minister of Transport, Deputy Eamon Ryan, gave in the Dáil on July 4th, 2024, concerning the restoration of the Western Rail Corridor, as reported in the Dáil proceedings: https://www.oireachtas.ie/en/debates/debate/dail/2024-07-04/question/8/

Department of Transport

I request under the FOI Acts, all documentation and analysis held by the Department in relation to the potential role of rail freight in the event of a re- opening of part, or all of the Western Rail Corridor irrespective of the source of the documentation but including back-up documentation relating to the EY and Arup/AISRR reports This application arises out of the answer that the Minister of Transport, Deputy Eamon Ryan, gave in the Dáil on July 4th, 2024, concerning the restoration of the Western Rail Corridor, as reported in the Dáil proceedings: https://www.oireachtas.ie/en/debates/debate/dail/2024-07-04/question/8/ This application arises out of the answer that the Minister of Transport, Deputy Eamon Ryan, gave in the Dáil on July 4th, 2024, concerning the restoration of the Western Rail Corridor, as reported in the Dáil proceedings: https://www.oireachtas.ie/en/debates/debate/dail/2024-07-04/question/8/

Department of Transport

March 21st 2024 Letter from Minister Chambers to Eoin McGettigan March 21st 2024 Letter from Minister Chambers to Port of Cork Company Secretary and/or Michael Walsh Unknown date in 2024 Letter from Minister Ryan to Port of Cork Company Secretary concerning certain personal legal fees incurred by Port of Cork Chair, Michael Walsh and Port of Cork Director Celine McInerney. Unknown Date in 2024 Letter from Ken Spratt to Port of Cork Company Secretary and/or Michael Walsh regarding health insurance contributions made by Port of Cork to me, Eoin McGettigan.

Department of Transport

I recently submitted a tender to an Officer of IRCG with an email signature of @transport.gov.ie so I am sending my query to this office. I was unsuccessful in the tender process and to improve our future tenders I requested some simple information. I was met with hesitance to provide this and the response given is as follows:

Department of Transport

accordance with section 12 of the Freedom of Information Act 2014, I wish to request access to the following records/details: = All correspondence sent to Minister of State Jack Chambers + Sam Griffin (Special Adviser) + Ken Spratt (Secretary General) + Keith Walsh (Assistant Secretary, Road Transport Services) between 01 January 2024 to current date about VAT payments owed by taxi drivers. = All memos / reports prepared for Minister of State Jack Chambers + Sam Griffin (Special Adviser) + Ken Spratt (Secretary General) + Keith Walsh (Assistant Secretary, Road Transport Services) between 01 January 2024 to current date about VAT payments owed by taxi drivers. = Minutes of meetings attended by Minister of State Jack Chambers + Sam Griffin (Special Adviser) between 01 January 2024 to 25 June 2024 about VAT payments owed by taxi drivers.

Department of Transport

Under the FOI ACT 2014, I am seeking copies of the following records: All Credit Card Statements for December 2023, January 2024, and June 2024 All Bank Account Statements for December 2023, January 2024, and June 2024

Department of Transport

Pursuant to the Freedom of Information Act 2014, I am seeking access to records held by your department/agency pertaining to Unidentified Aerial Phenomena (UAP), Unidentified Flying Objects (UFO), Non-Human Intelligence, biologics, and unknown manned or unmanned aerial vehicles. This request includes any documents or evidence related to non-human intelligence, biologics, and craft or materials from both foreign and domestic cases. Specifically, I am interested in: 1. Records of sightings or incidents involving UAPs/UFOs within Irish airspace. 2. Documentation or reports related to the tracking and investigation of UAP/UFO incidents. 3. Records pertaining to the study or analysis of UAP/UFO phenomena. 4. Correspondence with other government bodies or international organizations concerning UAP/UFO incidents. 5. Protocols or procedures in place for reporting and investigating UAP/UFO sightings. 6. Information on specific cases, including any physical materials believed to have originated from UAP/UFO incidents currently held by your department/agency.

Department of Transport

I wish to make a request under the Freedom of Information Act. Specifically I am looking for all correspondence to and from the Minister for Transport Eamon Ryan in relation to BusConnects in Dublin from May 1st, 2024 until present.

Department of Transport

Under the Freedom of Information Act 2014 I am seeking a list of esubmissions submitted to the Minister for Transport through the e- submissions channel. I wish for my request to cover the period from 01-07- 2024 - 31-07-2024.

Department of Transport

Please examine the records of Minister Bobby Molloy and all Department records where 'taxi' and 'taxi deregulation' are mentioned in the years 1997 to 2002 and I would be obliged if you would forward copies to me.

Department of Transport

In accordance with section 12 of the Freedom of Information Act 2014, I wish to request access to the following records/details: = All correspondence between Minister of State Jack Chambers and FreeNOW between 01 January 2024 to current date, as per the information relayed under the link below. https://www.lobbying.ie/return/110607/mytaxi-network-ireland-trading-as- free-now

Department of Transport

I would also like to request all records detailing journey times, both current and after the interventions have taken place, and the effects of specific AISRR interventions on journey times. For example: what would the new journey times be between Dublin and Portarlington after the new line between Hazelhatch and Portarlington has been built? What would journey times be between Connolly and Clongriffin after this section has been 4-tracked? How does this compare to current journey times?

Department of Transport

I would like to request records regarding current demand and future demand on specific sections of the network, and the effects that the interventions of the All Island Strategic Rail Review would have on future demand. I would also like to request records regarding which assumptions have been made/which formulae have been used to calculate this demand

Department of Transport

Under the FOI Act 2014, I am seeking the following: Advice received from Office of the Attorney General on the matter of Shannon Airport. I would prefer to receive this information electronically, preferably in its original formatting. I'd like to limit the search to years 2000 to 2010

Department of Transport

I would like to request all records detailing which assumptions were made regarding timetabling. For example: on single track lines, where would trains pass each other and therefore, where would there be a need for more passing loops or double tracking? What would service patterns be? What would the effects of electrification be on the timetable? What would departures and arrival times be at busy stations (most notably the Dublin termini)

Department of Transport

a copy of the letter sent by the Association of Higher Civil Public Servants to Eamon Ryan on March 23 relating to the appointment of the Staff Panel of Unions worker representative to the IAA board

Department of Transport

Copies of all correspondence between the Department of Transport and the Road Safety Authority that mention built-in touchscreens / interfaces in vehicles between 17 July 2023 and 17 July 2024,

Department of Transport

Ryanair has reported lobbying the department between January 1 and April 30 2024. In accordance with section 12 of the Freedom of Information Act 2014, I wish to request access to the following records/details all paper and digital correspondence (emails, letters, texts, WhatsApps, faxes) between the department and Ryanair between 1 January and 30 April 2024; - all briefing material prepared by officials ahead of any meetings between the parties - minutes for such meetings - records of all material presented at such meetings

Department of Transport

Records of correspondence, letters, emails, text messages, reports and memos, meetings, meeting minutes/notes, and the like between the Minister's Office, Minister of State's office and representatives on behalf of Ryanair, regarding air connectivity to Ireland, competitive air transport industry, effective environmental policies and aviation issues.The following lobbying register entry may be of assistance when processing this request: https://www.lobbying.ie/return/110903/ryanair

Department of Transport

Under the FOI Act 2014, I am seeking the following: Cargo application documents relating to 20/10/2018 flight of 4X-ICA landing at Shannon

Department of Transport

wish to make a request under the Freedom of Information Act for records held by the Department of Transport. The records are: Minutes of meeting, and related email correspondence, between Google and Minister Ryan on EU legislation on location services, as detailed on the lobbying register https://www.lobbying.ie/return/112098/google-ireland- limited

Department of Transport

Can I request copies of project updates regarding the pathfinder public transport and active travel projects within the last six months?

Department of Transport

a copy of any research papers, analyses, discussion documents, submissions, or memos prepared or held relating to the practice of drivers renewing provisional licences over an extended period of time. For avoidance of doubt, it is the practice referred to in the following article: https://www.irishmirror.ie/news/irish-news/learner-drivers-failing-tests- banned-32498858

Department of Transport

Dear IAA, EPA, IALPA, Public Representitives, I would like to make a freedom of information request for all agreements relating to geoengineering or Solar Radiation Management projects taking place in Irish aerospace, and all records of such activites. It is blatantly obvious these insidious activities are being carried out in our skies without the knowledge or consent of the Irish population. These activities are nothing short of psychopathic criminal behaviour which are having massive impact on the environment and peoples health. Please note that your response will be used as a record for any future litigation. Feigned ignorance of these activities serves to further prove your participation and accomplice in these crimes.

Department of Transport

reports made by Aer Lingus to the Dept of transport air accident investigation unit on all these 22 events, along with the investigations into these eventsvand findings of said investigations

Department of Transport

Under the Freedom of Information Act 2014, I am seeking the release of all records relating to 'Aerotoxic' or 'fume' events from January 2023 to date. This includes any letters or emails received in relation to these events and the potential health impacts associated with them; any internal reports, memos or briefing documents created; any incident reports or discussions with the AAIU and any enquiries made to airlines.

Department of Transport

Under the FOI Act 2014, I am seeking the following:- a copy of the minutes/notes of any meeting or meetings held between representatives of the department (including any attended by the minister) and representatives of the airline Ryanair in the period 1 May 2023 to date

Department of Transport

I am requesting for the records on hand surrounding the entire incident involving the commercial vessel MFV Amethyst WD313 from September 17th 2022 - October 26th 2022.

Department of Transport

Records of correspondence, reports and memos between the minister's office, the Minister of State's office and the Irish Air Line Pilots Association regarding pilot fatigue. Where sensitive information that cannot be released under the Freedom of Information Act is an issue, I am willing to receive redacted information. I am happy to discuss any aspect of my request insofar as it would help to clarify anything or make the process as efficient as possible.

Department of Transport

Google Ireland has reported meeting with the department between January 1 and April 30 2024. In accordance with section 12 of the Freedom of Information Act 2014, I wish to request access to the following records/details: - all paper and digital correspondence (emails, letters, texts, WhatsApps, faxes) between the department and Google between 1 January and 30 April 2024 - all briefing material prepared by officials ahead of any meetings between the parties - minutes for such meetings - records of all material presented at such meetings

Department of Transport

A copy of all correspondence received by the Minister for Transport Eamon Ryan, Secretary General Ken Spratt, and Assistant Secretary Garret Doocey regarding e-scooter use on pubic roads. The request should cover correspondence received (and responses to) during the course of 2024.

Department of Transport

Copies of any communications held by senior management or ministers from 01/01/2024 to date concerning the Cork Luas.

Department of Transport

All correspondence between Ken Spratt, secretary general, and David Moloney, secretary general at DPER, dated between April 1st, 2024 and June 29th, 2024.

Department of Transport

**Scope amended** Per telephone call with requester 23 May 2024, scope is revised as follows: - Records of external (stakeholder) meetings only (to include agendas, speaking notes, briefing notes and minutes) in 2022, 2023 and 2024; internal departmental meetings excluded from scope - Briefings prepared for Ministers specifically in relation to e-scooters, excluding briefing for any meeting where e-scooters are not the intended purpose of discussion - Correspondence to/from the Department is excluded.

Department of Transport

A copy of any correspondence between the department and D/PER with regard to the setting of a salary and conditions for the project director of Dublin Metrolink, to include the correspondence and any business case or other attachments that were submitted as part of the process.

Department of Transport

The minutes of the meetings of the Sustainable Mobility Policy Leadership Group that have taken place so far in 2024.

Department of Transport

;the date range in my request should have been 1 January 2024 to present. All records related to lobbying on the subject of the Gambling Regulation Bill such as letters, minutes, meeting notes, transcripts of virtual meetings, briefing papers or copies of presentations (excluding correspondence about setting up any meetings) from representatives of any of the following: 1. Bauer Media Audio Ireland 2. Q4PR Records of any follow-up action taken on the specific issues raised by any of the above-listed groups (e.g. correspondence with the lobbying entity, minutes of follow-up meetings, any internal reports, memos, briefings, assessments, etc.) Records of any communication with the Department of Justice following interaction with the above-named companies.

Department of Transport

**Amended scope received as of today, 9/5/24** I am making a request under the Freedom of Information Act 2014 seeking records including information of the following regarding the SEAI (sustainable energy authority of ireland) motor fuel comparison: Records containing information as to communications between the Minister for Transport Eamon Ryan and his department both internally and external (including with European counterparts) communications regarding the Fuel Price Comparison referenced in the Alternative Fuels Infrastructure Directive/Regulations and further detailed in S.I no. 703 of 2022 and including between the department and the SEAI. These records would have been collected over the preceding 5 years.

Department of Transport

Under the Freedom of Information Act 2014 I am seeking a list of esubmissions submitted to the Minister for Transport through the e- submissions channel. I wish for my request to cover the period from 01-06- 2024 - 30-06-2024.

Department of Transport

a copy of the current agreement between the Department of Transport and TII/Turas for the sharing of NVDF data.