Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 3 March 2022
35. Deputy Colm Burke asked the Minister for Transport the progress made to date in respect of the process to procure up to 80 double-deck battery electric buses; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [11947/22]
Amharc ar fhreagra92. Deputy Neale Richmond asked the Minister for Transport the number of electric hybrid buses in operation on public service transport routes; when more are expected to be added to the public transport fleet; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [11828/22]
Amharc ar fhreagraI propose to take Questions Nos. 35 and 92 together.
As Minister for Transport, I have responsibility for policy and overall funding in relation to public transport. The National Transport Authority (NTA) has statutory responsibility for the planning and development of public transport infrastructure, including the procurement of the PSO bus fleet.
Noting the NTA's responsibility in the matter, I have referred the Deputy's question to the NTA for a direct reply. Please contact my private office if you do not receive a reply within 10 days.
