Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 25 May 2021
158. Deputy Mairéad Farrell asked the Minister for Transport if a vaccination shuttle service is being considered for County Galway as there is only one vaccination centre in the county and many persons in rural areas are finding it difficult to get the Covid-19 vaccine; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [28149/21]
Amharc ar fhreagraAs 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 operation of public transport services.
Decisions regarding the location of vaccination centres are a matter for the Department of Health in the first instance. I have however referred your question to the National Transport Authority (NTA) in the context of their statutory responsibility for securing the provision of public passenger transport services nationally. Please advise my private office if you do not receive a reply within ten working days.
