Free Travel Scheme Eligibility

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 22 January 2019

Tuesday, 22 January 2019

Questions (549)

Catherine Martin

Question:

549. Deputy Catherine Martin asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if consideration will be given to allowing persons under 12 years of age to travel free on public transport as is common in other jurisdictions; and the estimated cost of providing same for one calendar year. [2576/19]

Written answers

Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport

The National Transport Authority (NTA) has responsibility for public transport fares and I have therefore 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.

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