Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 22 September 2022
199. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Transport the extent to which concerns regarding the changing of bus routes have been allayed; if there remains a specific number of locations where potential for existing passengers have issues; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [46526/22]
View answer200. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Transport if he is satisfied that sufficient action was taken following concerns by the public during the various interactions in respect of existing or proposed bus or rail routes; if changes took place as a result of submissions; the extent of same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [46527/22]
View answer201. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Transport the extent to which adequate provision is being made to ensure that revised bus routes are adequately tailored to meet the requirements of passengers; if adequate warning has been given and agreement reached in terms of changes; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [46528/22]
View answerI propose to take Questions Nos. 199 to 201, inclusive, together.
As 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 independent Transport Regulator, the National Transport Authority (NTA) has statutory responsibility for securing the provision of public passenger transport services nationally and for decisions regarding the routes of those services.
In light of the Authority's responsibility in this area I have forwarded the Deputy’s questions to the NTA for direct reply. Please advise my private office if you do not receive a reply within ten working days.
