Public Transport

Tuesday, 16 May 2023

Questions (233)

Paul Murphy

Question:

233. Deputy Paul Murphy asked the Minister for Transport if he is aware of the persistent issue of unreliable Luas service on the Saggart line, with issues including schedules that are not being followed and Luas trams that are being diverted or frequently cancelled; if he will work with a company (details supplied) to create a permanent resolution to the problem and request more direct Luas services between Saggart and the Point during peak and off-peak hours and on weekends; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [22759/23]

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Written answers

Minister for Transport

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 National Transport Authority (NTA) has statutory responsibility for securing the provision of public passenger transport services nationally and for the scheduling and timetabling of these services in conjunction with the relevant transport operators. In light of the Authority's responsibility in this area, I have forwarded the Deputy's question in relation to the Luas service on the Saggart line, to the NTA for direct reply. Please advise my private office if you do not receive a response within ten working days.

A referred reply was forwarded to the Deputy under Standing Order 51