Rural Transport Programme

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 18 February 2014

Tuesday, 18 February 2014

Questions (818)

Noel Harrington

Question:

818. Deputy Noel Harrington asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport his plans for rural transport in west Cork following the completion of the tender process; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8023/14]

Written answers

Minister of State at the Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport

As Minister for Public and Commuter Transport I have responsibility for policy and overall funding in relation to the Rural Transport Programme (RTP). Following a Government Decision in January 2012, management of the RTP was assigned to the National Transport Authority (NTA) with effect from 1 April 2012. This includes responsibility for implementation of the restructuring of the RTP announced by me on 9 July 2013. The purpose of the restructuring of the RTP is to protect the provision of rural transport services into the future. I have referred your question to the NTA for direct response. If you do not receive a reply within 10 working days please contact my private office.