Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 20 February 2024
178. Deputy Catherine Murphy asked the Minister for Transport if he will provide an update on the extension of the Luas to Bray; and if he will outline the enabling infrastructure required for this extension. [7838/24]
View answerThe Transport Strategy for the Greater Dublin Area (GDA) 2022-2042 was published by the National Transport Authority (NTA) in January 2023, following my approval. The strategy sets out a statutory framework for transport investment across the region over a twenty-year period and provides a clear statement of transport planning policy for the GDA.
Implementation of the strategy has been divided into three phases – short-term up to 2030 to align with the funding allocations for public transport projects under the National Development Plan, medium-term from 2031 to 2036, and longer-term from 2037 to 2042. An extension of the Luas to Bray is part of the strategy’s medium-term proposals for development and delivery within 2031-2036 and is part of a number of proposed expansions to the Luas network over the lifetime of the strategy.
Noting the NTA's responsibility in the matter, I have referred the Deputy's question to the NTA for a direct reply.
Please contact my private office if you do not receive a reply within 10 days.
