Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 7 November 2023
283. Deputy Paul Murphy asked the Minister for Transport if he is aware of the attached complaint on the availability of service, and the ongoing lack of service causing issues for passengers with a disability on the number 15 bus route; if he will issue a response to this complaint ensuring it is investigated by his Department; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [48726/23]
View answerAs Minister for Transport, I have responsibility for policy and overall funding for public transport.
The National Transport Authority (NTA) has statutory responsibility for developing an accessible, integrated and sustainable public transport network. This includes the real-time passenger information system referred to in the Details Supplied. It is the individual transport companies, for example Dublin Bus and Go-Ahead Ireland, which have responsibility for the operation of public transport services, in conjunction with the NTA.
In light of the NTA's over-arching responsibilities in relation to public transport services, including on route 15, and accessibility for disabled people and persons with disabilities, I have forwarded your question to the NTA for direct reply to you. Please advise my private office if you do not receive a response within ten working days.
