Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 2 November 2021
217. Deputy John Lahart asked the Minister for Transport the current status in relation to provision of Luas carriages on the red line; the increases in carriages that have taken place in the past two years; the increase in service that has taken place in the past two years; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [52977/21]
View answer218. Deputy John Lahart asked the Minister for Transport the improved services that are in the pipeline for the provision of Luas red line services to Citywest via Tallaght and to Citywest via the Red Cow given the huge developments taking place in Citywest and its environs. [52978/21]
View answerI propose to take Questions Nos. 217 and 218 together.
As Minister for Transport, I have responsibility for policy and overall funding in relation to public transport. However, I am not involved in the day-to-day operations of public transport.
With regard to the provision of carriages, the National Transport Authority (NTA) has statutory responsibility for the planning and development of public transport infrastructure in the Greater Dublin Area, including light rail.
The NTA also has statutory responsibility for securing the provision of public passenger transport services nationally and for the scheduling of these services in conjunction with the relevant transport operators. I have, therefore, forwarded the Deputy's questions to the NTA for direct reply. Please advise my private office if you do not receive a response within ten working days.
