Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 28 June 2022
169. Deputy Emer Higgins asked the Minister for Transport the progress that has been made to expand the availability of 24-hour bus routes in the Dublin region; the routes that are currently operating 24 hours; the routes that are planned to become 24-hour routes; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [33624/22]
Amharc ar fhreagra202. Deputy Catherine Murphy asked the Minister for Transport if he or the National Transport Authority have plans to introduce 24-hour light rail, heavy rail and bus services in order to enhance public transport options. [34272/22]
Amharc ar fhreagraI propose to take Questions Nos. 169 and 202 together.
As 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. The National Transport Authority (NTA) has statutory responsibility for securing the provision of public passenger transport services nationally and for the scheduling and timetabling of these services in conjunction with the relevant transport operators.
In light of the Authority's responsibility in this area, I have forwarded the Deputies specific questions in relation to 24 hour bus and rail services, to the NTA for direct reply. Please advise my private office if you do not receive a response within ten working days.
