Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 16 September 2021
177. Deputy Gino Kenny asked the Minister for Transport if his attention was drawn to the decision by Dublin Bus to withdraw the airline service to Dublin Airport prior to the announcement by the company; if the NTA has issued any licences to private operators to run additional services to the airport over the past year; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [44266/21]
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 operations of public transport.
Dublin Bus Airlink services are commercial bus services and the operation of those services is a matter for the company. Furthermore, the National Transport Authority (NTA) has statutory responsibility for securing the provision of public passenger transport services nationally, including issuing licenses to private operators.
I have, therefore, referred the Deputy's question to Dublin Bus and the NTA for direct reply. Please advise my private office if you do not receive a reply within ten working days.
