Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 9 November 2023
200. Deputy Claire Kerrane asked the Minister for Transport what plans he has to ensure the roll-out of wheelchair accessible public transport on buses and rail to ensure equality of access for all persons and to make it easier for wheelchair users to get on and off public transport. [49172/23]
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. It is the individual transport companies, 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 accessibility, including in relation to the accessibility of vehicles, 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.
