Rural Transport Services Provision

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 4 March 2014

Tuesday, 4 March 2014

Questions (518)

Robert Troy

Question:

518. Deputy Robert Troy asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the reason the subsidised bus service by a company (details supplied) in County Cavan servicing Cavan to Longford is being cancelled; if he will review this decision considering the huge social contribution it makes to the local community. [10758/14]

Written answers

Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport

The National Transport Authority (NTA) has responsibility for the licensing of public bus passenger services. 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.