Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 26 June 2024
17. Deputy Matt Carthy asked the Minister for Transport if he will report on his proposals to expand Local Link services in County Monaghan; if the village of Smithborough will be added to the network; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [27377/24]
View answerAs 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 securing the provision of public passenger transport services nationally. The NTA also has national responsibility for integrated local and rural transport, including TFI Local Link and the Connecting Ireland Rural Mobility Plan.
In light of the NTA's responsibilities for the roll-out of services under the Connecting Ireland, including in county Monaghan, I have referred your question to the NTA for direct reply to you. Please advise my private office if you do not receive a reply within ten working days.
