Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 12 November 2020
78. Deputy Claire Kerrane asked the Minister for Transport if there are plans for the LocalLink service to be expanded in areas in which the need is there; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [34165/20]
View answerAs Minister for Transport I have responsibility for policy and overall funding in relation to public transport.
It is the National Transport Authority (NTA) which has statutory responsibility for securing the provision of public passenger transport services nationally. The NTA also has national responsibility for integrated local and rural transport, including management of the Rural Transport Programme which operates under the Local Link brand.
In light of the NTA's responsibilities in this matter, I have referred your question to the NTA for direct reply to you. Please advise my private office if you do not receive a reply within ten working days.
