I propose to take Questions Nos. 240, 241 and 242 together.
As Minister for Transport, I am responsible for policy and overall funding concerning public transport. School transport, however, is funded by and falls under the remit of the Department of Education.
Under the Dublin Transport Authority Act 2008, the National Transport Authority (NTA) has statutory responsibility for promoting the development of an integrated, accessible public transport network.
The day-to-day operations of public transport operators, including fleet management, would be a matter for Bus Éireann and Dublin Bus in conjunction with the NTA.
In light of the NTA's responsibilities in this matter, I have forwarded your questions to the NTA for direct reply to you. Please advise my private office if you do not receive a response within ten working days.