Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 6 March 2012
599 Deputy Timmy Dooley asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport, in view of the fact that in December 2011 and January 2012, Dublin Bus tendered on etenders for 150 new double deck buses and ten new single deck buses representing an investment of about €150 million, if he will confirm the source of the funding; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [12399/12]
View answerAs Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport I have responsibility for policy and overall funding in relation to public transport. Following the establishment of the National Transport Authority (NTA) in December 2009, the provision of public transport infrastructure in the Greater Dublin Area (GDA), such as the renewal of the bus fleet, comes under the remit of the NTA.
Funding for public transport infrastructure in the GDA is provided to the NTA from the Exchequer for allocation to projects and programmes. I understand that for 2012 in the GDA, work will progress on completing or further developing existing projects such as bus refurbishment and replacement. However in light of the NTA's responsibility in the matter, I have referred the Deputy's question to the Authority for direct reply in relation to the specific queries raised. Please advise my private office if you do not receive a reply within 10 working days.
600 Deputy Kevin Humphreys asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if he will ask Irish Rail to introduce a school child fare on DART services for school going children between the ages of 16 and 18, as is offered on Dublin Bus and Luas services; if he will ask for a similar scheme to be offered on the LEAP card for DART fares; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [12401/12]
View answerThe issue of fares on DART services is a matter for Iarnród Éireann in conjunction with the National Transport Authority. I have referred the Deputy's question to the company for direct reply. Please inform my private office if you do not receive a reply within ten working days.
