I propose to take Questions Nos. 637 and 638 together.
My Department is funding an ongoing programme of accessibility improvement grants to upgrade existing public transport infrastructure and facilities. This includes funding for the provision of upgraded bus stops to facilitate wheelchair accessible buses (Dublin Bus) in the Greater Dublin Area (GDA) and wheelchair accessible coaches (Bus Éireann) at locations both inside and outside the GDA.
This programme is being administered on behalf of my Department by the National Transport Authority (NTA), and in light of their day-to-day involvement in the operation of the scheme 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 don't receive a reply within 10 working days.