Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 14 July 2022
240. Deputy Chris Andrews asked the Minister for Transport if his Department will support the expansion of the Luas Green Line from Bride’s Glen to Bray and of the Luas Red Line from the Point to Ringsend and Poolbeg. [39122/22]
View answerAs Minister for Transport, I have responsibility for policy and overall funding in relation to public transport. The National Transport Authority (NTA) has responsibility for the planning and development of public transport infrastructure, including the provision of light rail.
As the Deputy may be aware, in line with its statutory responsibilities, the NTA recently conducted public consultation on a draft Transport Strategy for the Greater Dublin Area for the period from 2022 to 2042. The draft Strategy contains a number of proposed Luas network extensions, including to Poolbeg and Bray.
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.
