As the Deputy may be aware work is ongoing to develop a Limerick – Shannon Metropolitan Area Transport Strategy. The Strategy will evaluate the potential for a BusConnects-type investment programme for Limerick and will provide the strategic framework within which public transport will be improved in the area in the years ahead.
The National Transport Authority (NTA) is working in partnership with the local authorities in developing that Strategy, a model which has worked well in Galway and Cork already. I understand that a public consultation will take place this year.
Given the NTA's role in the development of the Strategy, I have referred the Deputy's question to the NTA for a more detailed reply in relation to the timescale involved. Please contact my private office if you do not receive a reply within 10 days.