Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 25 July 2023
270. Deputy Holly Cairns asked the Minister for Transport if his Department has examined the possibility of allowing the transport of pets on public transport; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37113/23]
View answerAs 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 decisions in relation to those services in conjunction with the relevant transport operators.
In light of the Authority's responsibility in this area, I have forwarded the Deputy's specific question in relation to the need for more pet-friendly policies on public transport in Ireland to the NTA for direct reply. Please advise my private office if you do not receive a response within ten working days.
