Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 1 October 2024
97. Deputy Seán Canney asked the Minister for Transport for an update on talks between the National Transport Authority and Local Link to provide improved public transport connectivity in the evening between Galway and Loughrea; when the project will be put to tender; if he will provide a timeline as to when the services will be in place; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [38930/24]
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 delivering the Connecting Ireland Rural Mobility Plan and New Town Services.
The rollout of transport services in County Galway under the Connecting Ireland Rural Mobility Plan is dependent on the annual Estimates process.
In light of the NTA's responsibilities for the rollout of new and enhanced services, including in County Galway, 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.
