Private Bus Operators

Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 29 January 2014

Wednesday, 29 January 2014

Questions (214)

Dessie Ellis

Question:

214. Deputy Dessie Ellis asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the reason for the tendering of 100% of contracts for bus routes in the Waterford city area when other areas are only tendering 10%; if he will provide a breakdown of these routes; and the way they will be decided upon. [4530/14]

Written answers

Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport

The issue raised is a matter for the National Transport Authority (NTA) and I have forwarded the Deputy's question to the NTA for direct reply.  Please advise my private office if you do not receive a reply within ten working days.