Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 19 October 2021
333. Deputy Duncan Smith asked the Minister for Transport if he has had a discussion or meeting with the National Transport Authority over the past two years concerning extending the short hop zone to stations in south County Kildare; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [50964/21]
View answerAs Minister for Transport, I have responsibility for policy and overall funding in relation to public transport. I am not involved in the day-to-day operations of public transport, nor decisions on fares.
I have not had a discussion or meeting with the NTA regarding the matter raised by the Deputy.
Following the establishment of the independent National Transport Authority (NTA) in December 2009, the NTA has responsibility for the regulation of fares charged to passengers in respect of public transport services, provided under public service obligation (PSO) contracts.
Therefore, I have 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.
