Dáil Éireann Debate, Monday - 11 September 2023
414. Deputy Jennifer Whitmore asked the Minister for Transport if he intends to recommend an extension of the leap card short hop zone to include Wicklow town; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [39314/23]
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 the regulation of fares charged to passengers in respect of public transport services provided under public service obligation (PSO) contracts.
Therefore, in light of the NTA's responsibility in this matter, I have forwarded the Deputy's specific question in relation to the extension of the leap card short hop zone to include Wicklow town, 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
