Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 17 November 2015
622. Deputy Finian McGrath asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if he is aware of the huge transport problems for those with a disability during and following the construction of the new Luas line, as they will lose their taxi service; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [40315/15]
View answerThe National Transport Authority (NTA) has responsibility for the implementation and development of infrastructure projects in the Greater Dublin Area (GDA), including the Luas Cross City project. Dublin City Council (DCC), in consultation with the Commissioner of An Garda Síochána, is responsible for the making of bye-laws regarding the location and number of taxi ranks in the Dublin City area. The making of such bye-laws is a reserved function of the local authority and I have no function in the matter.
Planning for short-term and permanent taxi ranks arising from the Luas Cross City project is discussed by the Luas Cross City Traffic Forum which includes representatives of the NTA, Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII), DCC, Dublin Bus, and An Garda Síochána.
In the light of the NTA's involvement in the Luas Traffic Forum, I have referred the Deputy's question to the Authority for a more detailed response. Please advise my private office if you don't receive a reply within 10 working days.
