Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 4 November 2021
145. Deputy Emer Higgins asked the Minister for Transport if there are plans to make public transport more affordable for other categories of persons, specifically renters given the plan for half-price public transport for younger persons. [53544/21]
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.
Following the establishment of the 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.
