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Transport Policy

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 8 March 2022

Tuesday, 8 March 2022

Questions (186)

Darren O'Rourke

Question:

186. Deputy Darren O'Rourke asked the Minister for Transport the modelling used to develop the Connecting Ireland rural transport plan; the number of scenarios that were examined in preparation of the plan; the range of investment needed for each scenario and the frequency and coverage each would deliver; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [12910/22]

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Written answers

As Minister for Transport, I have responsibility for policy and overall funding in relation to public transport. It is the National Transport Authority (NTA) that has statutory responsibility for securing the provision of public passenger transport services nationally. The NTA also has national responsibility for integrated local and rural transport, including management of the Rural Transport Programme which operates under the TFI Local Link brand.  

The Connecting Ireland Rural Mobility Plan is a major national public transport initiative developed by the NTA with the aim of increasing public transport connectivity, particularly for people living outside the major cities and towns. It will significantly increase both the number of routes and the frequency of existing services right across the country.  

In light of the NTA's responsibilities for the development of the Connecting Ireland Rural Mobility Plan, I have referred your question to the NTA for direct reply to you. Please advise my private office if you do not receive a reply within ten working days.

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