Transport Policy

Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 19 January 2023

Thursday, 19 January 2023

Questions (81)

Catherine Connolly

Question:

81. Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Transport further to Parliamentary Question No. 33 of 10 November 2022, the status of the preparations for carrying out the promised feasibility study of light rail in Galway; the timeline for the feasibility study; the status of the specialist team tasked with assisting in the NTA in the updating of the Galway Transport Strategy; the membership of the specialist team; the terms of reference of the specialist team; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1883/23]

Written answers

Minister for Transport

The National Transport Authority (NTA) will carry out a feasibility assessment for light rail in Galway city, as part of the review of the 2016 Galway Transport Strategy and the development of a new Galway Metropolitan Area Transport Strategy, which will be undertaken in conjunction with Galway City and Galway County Councils.

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.

Question No. 82 answered with Question No. 33.