Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 24 January 2023
221. Deputy Brendan Griffin asked the Minister for Transport if he will provide a definition of the term 'community transport'; if he will provide further clarification (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [3246/23]
View answerAs Minister for Transport, I have responsibility for policy and overall funding in relation to public transport.
It is the National Transport Authority (NTA) which 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, and the Connecting Ireland Rural Mobility Plan.
In light of the NTA's responsibilities for the provision of public transport services, including door-to-door Demand Responsible Transport, 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.
