Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 25 April 2024
142. Deputy Martin Kenny asked the Minister for Transport for an update on the rail and bus station development including traffic management investment, passenger information programmes, public bicycle share schemes, accessibility enhancements etc. as outlined in the National Development Plan; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [18486/24]
View answerThe National Development Plan (NDP) 2021-2030 is a plan for a cleaner, greener, connected Ireland that supports communities and progresses the climate goal to cut emissions.
Projects to be delivered under the NDP will help transform how we travel, connect us to our communities and help us halve our greenhouse gas emissions in transport by 2030. The NDP will deliver a transport system which provides greater choices to travel more efficiently, making it easier for people to travel sustainably, by footpath, cycleway, road and rail.
As Minister for Transport, I have responsibility for policy and overall funding in relation to public transport. The National Transport Authority (NTA) has responsibility for the planning and development of public transport infrastructure. 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.
