Paul McAuliffe
Question:224. Deputy Paul McAuliffe asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the estimated full-year cost of purchasing 15 additional 55 m long Luas trams. [15366/20]
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Questions (224, 225)
Paul McAuliffe
Question:225. Deputy Paul McAuliffe asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the status of the Luas extension to Finglas, Dublin 11; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [15367/20]
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I propose to take Questions Nos. 224 and 225 together.
As Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport, I have responsibility for policy and overall funding in relation to public transport. The National Transport Authority (NTA) has statutory responsibility for the planning and development of public transport infrastructure, including the provision of light rail in the Greater Dublin Area.
Noting the NTA's responsibility in the matter, I have referred the Deputy's question to the NTA for a more detailed reply. Please contact my private office if you do not receive a reply within 10 days.
A referred reply was forwarded to the Deputy under Standing Order 51.