Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 5 March 2019
449. Deputy Dara Calleary asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the regulations as published for approval of community transport services as defined by Part 7 of the Taxi Regulation Act 2013; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [10288/19]
Amharc ar fhreagra450. Deputy Dara Calleary asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport his views on a National Transport Authority form (details supplied); if the form is valid; if not, if a copy of the most recent valid form will be provided; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [10289/19]
Amharc ar fhreagraI propose to take Questions Nos. 449 and 450 together.
As Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport I have responsibility for policy and overall funding in relation to public transport.
The National Transport Authority (NTA) has statutory responsibility for securing the provision of public passenger transport services nationally. It also has national responsibility for integrated local and rural transport, including management of the Rural Transport Programme which now operates under the Local Link brand.
In addition, the regulation of the small public service vehicle (SPSV) industry, is a matter for the NTA under the provisions of the Taxi Regulation Act 2013.
Noting this I have forward the Deputy's Questions to the NTA for direct reply. Please advise my private office if you do not receive a response within ten working days.
