Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 12 November 2020
84. Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Transport the status of the roll-out of park-and-ride facilities for Galway city; the number and locations of all sites identified to date from which to operate park-and-ride; the engagement he has had with Galway City Council on the issue; the engagement he has had with the park-and-ride development office on the issue; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35762/20]
View answerAs Minister for Transport, 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 park and ride facilities.
During the summer I met with Galway City Council to discuss the July Stimulus funding and the roll-out of new and improved active travel infrastructure. Since then I have met with members of both the Galway City Council and Galway County Council Transport Strategic Policy Committees to discuss the progress of the Galway Transport Strategy including the provision of strategic park and ride facilities.
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.
