Smarter Travel Policy.

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 17 February 2009

Tuesday, 17 February 2009

Questions (423)

Fergus O'Dowd

Question:

458 Deputy Fergus O’Dowd asked the Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Food his Department’s workplace travel plans; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5843/09]

Written answers

Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Food (Deputy Brendan Smith)

My Department is aware of, and supports, the Government's Smarter Travel Policy, launched by the Minister for Transport on 5 February, which recognises the valuable role that workplace travel planning can play in making commuting travel patterns more sustainable. In particular, my Department supports greater flexibility in work patterns and eWorking.