Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 25 July 2023
272. Deputy Cormac Devlin asked the Minister for Transport if he will provide an update on his officials' engagements with the NTA surrounding the rollout of BusConnects; to provide an update in particular on when the B spine and B4 route are expected to be rolled out; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37121/23]
View answerAs Minister for Transport, I have responsibility for policy and overall funding in relation to public transport. In both of those areas there have been significant developments since this Government came into office, with last year's publication of a new Sustainable Mobility Policy and its five-year action plan providing strong policy support to the continued expansion and enhancement of bus services. I am also delighted to say that this strong policy support has been backed up by increased levels of Exchequer funding, which is supporting the roll-out of initiatives such as BusConnects.
The National Transport Authority (NTA) has responsibility for the planning and development of public transport infrastructure, including BusConnects.
Noting the NTA's responsibility in the matter, I have referred the Deputys' questions to the NTA for a direct reply. Please contact my private office if you do not receive a reply within 10 days.
