Seán Sherlock
Question:225. Deputy Sean Sherlock asked the Minister for Transport if he will conduct a public service obligation review on bus services across the country; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [7172/22]
View answerDáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 10 February 2022
225. Deputy Sean Sherlock asked the Minister for Transport if he will conduct a public service obligation review on bus services across the country; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [7172/22]
View answerAs 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. The National Transport Authority (NTA) has statutory responsibility for securing the provision of public passenger transport services nationally, for the scheduling of these services in conjunction with the relevant transport operators, and for making fare determinations.
In light of the Authority's responsibility in this area, I have forwarded the Deputy's specific question in relation to a possible review of public service obligation bus services nationally to the NTA for direct reply. Please advise my private office if you do not receive a response within ten working days.