Paul Murphy
Ceist:
291. Deputy Paul Murphy asked the Minister for Transport the actions that his Department is going to take to improve the No. 15 bus service, given the numerous complaints that have been received concerning unreliable bus services in the Dublin south west area (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2323/23]
Amharc ar fhreagra
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 issue raised in relation to the number 15 bus service is a matter for the company. Therefore, I have referred this question to Dublin Bus for direct response to the Deputy. Please advise my private office if you do not receive a reply within ten working days.
A referred reply was forwarded to the Deputy under Standing Order 51.
Thank you for your query in relation to feedback received from a constituent with regard to route 15 and in particular it’s service towards/from Knocklyon.
I take onboard the general view from your constituent on this matter and in response, data for route 15 for period December 22 to week ending 21 Jan 2023 shows route 15 which has a 8/10 minutes timetable at morning and evening peak, 10 minutes off peak rising to 15 minutes at evening peak and 30 minutes on night service, in general operated to schedule.
There was a limited number of services which did not operate which is due to operational reasons; as you may be aware Dublin Bus like all transport providers is currently experiencing driver shortages which at times can create gaps in services on some routes. We currently have an ongoing extensive recruitment campaign which will hopefully alleviate any service issues going forward, however at Dublin Bus we continue to monitor our services and value feedback received from elected representatives and our customers.
May I thank you for bringing this matter to my attention and apologise to your constituent forthwith.
