Arthur Morgan
Ceist:695 Deputy Arthur Morgan asked the Minister for Transport the plans he has to impose a price freeze on public transport in 2009. [30160/08]
Amharc ar fhreagraDáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 24 September 2008
695 Deputy Arthur Morgan asked the Minister for Transport the plans he has to impose a price freeze on public transport in 2009. [30160/08]
Amharc ar fhreagraThe CIÉ companies have submitted an application for a 20% increase in fares to take account, inter alia, of increased fuel costs. This application is currently being examined by my Department in relation to the overall financial situation of the CIE group, the current budgetary position and the likely impact on consumers.