Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 8 May 2024
128. Deputy Paul Murphy asked the Minister for Transport in relation to reports received highlighting issues with the 56a bus route (details supplied); if he is aware that this bus is frequently late or fails to turn up at all; if the NTA foresees these issues and if they will put a plan in place to prevent delays or no shows; and what actions are the NTA taking to resolve these issues. [20479/24]
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 securing the provision of public passenger transport services nationally and for the scheduling and timetabling of these services in conjunction with the relevant transport operators, Dublin Bus in this instance.
In light of the NTA's responsibility in this area, I have forwarded the Deputy's question to the NTA for direct reply, pertaining to the Deputy's NTA specific queries.
Additionally, have forwarded the Deputy's question to Dublin Bus for direct reply on the operational matters of the 56a. Please advise my private office if you do not receive replies within ten working days.
