Conor Sheehan
Question:266. Deputy Conor Sheehan asked the Minister for Transport his views on a matter (details supplied) regarding Park & Ride facilities; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [71458/25]
View answerTuesday, 16 December 2025
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As Minister for Transport, I have responsibility for policy and overall funding in relation to public transport. The National Transport Authority (NTA) is leading the development and rollout of strategic park and ride sites nationwide through the Park and Ride Development Office (PRDO).
The Programme for Government commits to working with local authorities and relevant agencies to develop affordable Park and Ride facilities on the outskirts of major towns and cities.
The NTA established the PRDO in February 2020. The function of the PRDO is to enable and advance the delivery of strategic Park & Ride sites in collaboration with Local Authorities and transport agencies across all regions of the State by providing full time specialist resources on these projects.
The Limerick & Shannon Metropolitan Area Transport Strategy, 2040 (LSMATS) was published by NTA in November 2022, setting out the vision for Park and Ride (P&R) for the region over this time horizon. While the LSMATS covers the period up to 2040, this is not the target date for the completion of projects developed under the strategy. My Department and the NTA will continue to hold project timelines under regular review with a view to accelerating key projects, where funding and resources allows.