Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 24 July 2018
2182. Deputy Clare Daly asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if consideration will be given to the procurement process for contracts for the operation of local transport co-ordination units of the Local Link Rural Transport Programme being restricted to non-profit entities. [33105/18]
View answerAs I have previously advised the House, the National Transport Authority (NTA) has national responsibility for integrated local and rural transport, including, since 2012, management of the Rural Transport Programme which now operates under the "Local Link" brand.
In light of the NTA's responsibilities regarding Local Link services, including the procurement of Transport Co-ordination Units, 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 10 working days.
