Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 9 March 2022
59. Deputy Darren O'Rourke asked the Minister for Transport the number of hybrid, electric and hydrogen buses to be delivered in each of the years 2022 to 2030; the total cost of same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [13398/22]
View answer60. Deputy Darren O'Rourke asked the Minister for Transport the procurement process for purchasing hybrid, electric and hydrogen buses; if he has examined introducing a procurement framework similar to the one Iarnród Éireann are using for the purchase of carriages over the next decade; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [13399/22]
View answerI propose to take Questions Nos. 59 and 60 together.
As Minister for Transport, I have responsibility for policy and overall funding in relation to public transport. The National Transport Authority (NTA) has statutory responsibility for the planning and development of public transport infrastructure, including the procurement of the PSO bus fleet.
Noting the NTA's responsibility in the matter, I have referred the Deputy's question to the NTA for a direct reply. Please contact my private office if you do not receive a reply within 10 days.
