Public Transport

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 6 December 2016

Tuesday, 6 December 2016

Questions (469)

Tony McLoughlin

Question:

469. Deputy Tony McLoughlin asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if he will investigate with the National Transport Authority chief executive officer (details supplied) when the agency which she heads will be in a position to identify the company that has been successful for its open tender for the provision of bus shelters across the country; when this new advertising company will be in the position to begin the planning application process with Sligo County Council for the delivery of the already identified new bus shelter at John Street, Sligo, which has been approved for development and which has had its funding announced by the NTA on 10 August 2016; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [38546/16]

Written answers

Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport

The National Transport Authority (NTA) has statutory responsibility for the development of public transport infrastructure including bus stops, bus shelters, bus stations, bus stands and bus fleets in the State. Moreover, I have no role in any tendering or contractual arrangements between the NTA and third party contractors.

Noting the NTA's responsibility in the 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 ten working days.

The referred reply under Standing Order 42A was forwarded to the Deputy.