Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 6 June 2012
1001 Deputy Catherine Murphy asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if he will confirm the progress made by the National Transport Authority in issuing policy to manage the location, selection and use of bus shelters by local authorities where one shelter would serve multiple operators both public and private; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [26642/12]
View answerThe National Transport Authority (NTA) was established on 1 December 2009. In accordance with the Dublin Transport Authority (DTA) Act 2008, the functions of the NTA include securing the provision of public transport infrastructure projects in the Greater Dublin Area (GDA). Among the functions of the NTA with respect to the GDA transport infrastructure is the development of an integrated, accessible public transport network. In this regard and in accordance with section 62 of the DTA Act 2008, the Authority may designate any bus stop, bus stand, bus or railway station in the GDA to be a shared facility. In light of the NTA's responsibility in this matter I have referred the Deputy's question to the NTA for direct reply. Please advise my private office if you do not receive a reply within 10 working days.
