Tuesday, 13 Jan 2026

Transport Costs

Questions (721)

Emer Currie

Question:

721. Deputy Emer Currie asked the Minister for Transport the estimated total fare revenue nationally if bus fares are to increase by 20%, in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1645/26]

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Minister for Transport

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 National Transport Authority (NTA) has responsibility for the regulation of fares charged to passengers in respect of public transport services provided under public service obligation (PSO) contracts.

In light of the NTA's responsibility in this area, 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.

A referred reply was forwarded to the Deputy under Standing Orders.

Bus Services

Questions (722)

Emer Currie

Question:

722. Deputy Emer Currie asked the Minister for Transport the breakdown of the PSO provision for bus services, by county from 2020 to date, in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1646/26]

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Minister for Transport

As Minister for Transport, I have responsibility for policy and overall funding in relation to public transport; which is then allocated to the National Transport Authority (NTA) that has statutory responsibility for securing the provision of public passenger transport services nationally. The NTA are responsible for the operation and budgeting of State supported PSO public transport services in conjunction with the relevant transport operators.

In light of the NTA's responsibility in this area, 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.

A referred reply was forwarded to the Deputy under Standing Orders.

Public Spending Code

Questions (723)

Michael Fitzmaurice

Question:

723. Deputy Michael Fitzmaurice asked the Minister for Transport further to Parliamentary Question No. 189 of 4 December 2025, and accepting that the High Court declined to grant certiorari in respect of the new street scheme notwithstanding a confirmed breach by Fingal County Council of its statutory obligation to prepare a Local Area Plan, if a number of matters arising for public expenditure governance will be clarified (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1647/26]

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Minister for Transport

As Minister for Transport, I have responsibility for policy and overall funding in relation to Active Travel. As the Deputy is aware, funding is administered through the National Transport Authority (NTA), who, in partnership with local authorities, have responsibility for the selection and development of specific projects in each local authority area.

Firstly, it is important to highlight the ruling made by the High Court which determined that the lack of a Local Area Plan does not preclude the development and delivery of infrastructure projects in a certain area, when they have been provided for in an overarching plan or strategy. I am also given to understand that the NTA further clarified in response to a previous question posed by the Deputy that “Under planning legislation, local authorities’ development plans and local area plans are required to be consistent with the NTA’s Transport Strategy. While it is always preferable that all hierarchies of development planning are in place, it is not the position that there is an absence of a statutory framework governing transport provision in any location in Fingal where a local area plan has not yet been developed. Accordingly, where projects align with the NTA’s Transport Strategy and statutory objectives, the NTA will continue to support those projects where it considers that there is a sufficient basis to do so”.

The principal functions of the NTA under the Dublin Transport Authority Act 2008 include promoting increased recourse to cycling and walking as a means of transport, as well as securing the provision of public transport infrastructure, and effective management of traffic and transport demand. The NTA may also do all such things as arise out of, or are consequential on, or are necessary, or expedient for, the performance of its functions or are ancillary thereto. The delivery of Active Travel infrastructure and transport demand fall firmly within the remit of the NTA. The NTA is also statutorily enabled to make grants, out of moneys provided by the Oireachtas, to public transport authorities including local authorities as road authorities, to secure public transport infrastructure. That public transport infrastructure includes, but is not restricted to, cycleways, cycle and pedestrian facilities and interchange facilities. Further, the NTA is enabled by statute to allocate moneys and make payments to road authorities in relation to traffic and demand management measures.

In light of the above, I fully support the active travel projects in Malahide and Skerries, as they form part of the nationwide network that we are developing to help achieve our ambitions of more sustainable transport and greater modal shift.

I am referring the Deputy’s question to the NTA in relation to some specific queries posed. Please contact my private office if a response is not received within 10 working days.

A referred reply was forwarded to the Deputy under Standing Orders.

Departmental Expenditure

Questions (724)

Emer Currie

Question:

724. Deputy Emer Currie asked the Minister for Transport to provide a breakdown of the spending on service control training with transport operators regarding RTPI accuracy, from 2020 to date, broken down per operator, in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1654/26]

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Minister for Transport

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 National Transport Authority (NTA) has statutory responsibility for securing the provision of public passenger transport services nationally and for the scheduling and timetabling of these services in conjunction with the relevant transport operators.

In light of the NTA's responsibility in this area, 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.

A referred reply was forwarded to the Deputy under Standing Orders.

Departmental Expenditure

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Minister for Transport

I propose to take Questions Nos. 725 to 732, inclusive, together.

As Minister for Transport, I have responsibility for policy and overall funding in relation to public transport. The National Transport Authority (NTA) has responsibility for the planning and development of public transport infrastructure, including the development of related technology systems.

The NTA awarded a contract to implement and support a National Automatic Vehicle Location (AVL) system for all Public Service Obligation (PSO) buses to Trapeze in December 2023. The upgrade will improve the quality of bus service operations and the timeliness and the quality of real time bus service information.

This will enable to the NTA to consolidate several existing bus AVL systems into one central system to be used by all PSO bus operators in Ireland and has expansion capacity to meet the growing demand for public transport. The migration to this upgraded system is expected to take place across the coming years.

Noting the NTA's responsibility in the matter, I have referred the Deputy's question to the NTA for a direct reply. Please contact my private office if you do not receive a reply within 10 days.

Question No. 726 answered with Question No. 725.

Question No. 727 answered with Question No. 725.

Question No. 728 answered with Question No. 725.

Question No. 729 answered with Question No. 725.

Question No. 730 answered with Question No. 725.

Question No. 731 answered with Question No. 725.

Question No. 732 answered with Question No. 725.

Road Safety

Questions (733)

Pa Daly

Question:

733. Deputy Pa Daly asked the Minister for Transport the first and full year cost of operating a camera at a traffic light, broken down by CapEx and OpEx, in tabular form. [1664/26]

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Minister of State at the Department of Transport

My Department has not been directly involved in the deployment of traffic light cameras in the past and does not hold information on their costs. I have therefore referred the Deputy’s question to the National Transport Authority for direct response, based on information the NTA gathered when piloting such cameras previously. Please contact my office if a response is not received within ten days.

Road Safety

Questions (734, 798)

Pa Daly

Question:

734. Deputy Pa Daly asked the Minister for Transport the steps he taking to reduce road deaths; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1665/26]

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Barry Ward

Question:

798. Deputy Barry Ward asked the Minister for Transport the position regarding work ongoing in his Department that seeks to address the number of fatalities on Irish roads; the type of initiatives which are under consideration; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2358/26]

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Minister of State at the Department of Transport

I propose to take Questions Nos. 734 and 798 together.

As Minister of State with responsibility for road safety, I must acknowledge that 2025 was an exceptionally difficult year on Irish roads. 190 people lost their lives in 2025 which was an increase on the number of fatalities recorded in 2024. Far too many families and communities have endured tragedy as a result of road traffic collisions. Every life lost reminds us that road safety is not about statistics, it is about people, loved ones, and futures altered in an instant.

Road safety remains a core priority for me and this Government. The fifth Road Safety Strategy 2021–2030 sets a target of reducing road deaths and serious injuries by 50% by the end of this decade and it shares the EU target of Vision Zero - no road deaths or serious injuries on our roads - by 2050. In July, I published the Phase 2 Action Plan under the Road Safety Strategy which will run to December 2027. It contains 12 primary and 77 supporting actions, with the potential to deliver real transformative change. All of these actions are grounded in the internationally recognised Safe Systems approach and will be delivered through partnership and collaborative working by road safety stakeholders.

Progress is being made. Last February, the first implementation phase of the speed limit review was introduced, which saw the default speed limit on rural and local roads reduced from 80km/h to 60km/h. In October, local authorities were directed to review existing speed limits on roads in built-up and urban areas. Local authorities will, where appropriate, implement lower speed limits including the introduction of 30 km/h speed limits, such as on roads in cities and towns. Local authorities have been directed to conclude this process and have the new speed limits operational by 31 March 2027. This is in line with Action 5 of the Phase 2 Action Plan and supports the overall objective of the Road Safety Strategy of reducing deaths and serious injuries on our roads by 50% by 2030.

This Government continues to invest significantly in road safety infrastructure and services. Budget 2026 provides €1.72 billion, an increase of €211 million, for national, regional and local roads, which includes safety-focused measures. There has also been a significant increase in spending on public awareness, communications and education campaigns by the RSA. In 2025, a ringfenced budget of €18m was set aside by for the RSA for these activities, and a similar budget will once again be ringfenced in 2026. This will ensure a continued focus on campaigns and educational initiatives with the aim of making our roads safer for all road users.

Long-standing issues are also being addressed, including in relation to multiple learner permits which, under current rules, allow individuals to repeatedly renew a permit without sitting a driving test. Regulations are in place to end this practice, with the changes coming in to effect in November 2026.

Key legislative reforms are progressing. Last April, the Government approved the General Scheme of the National Vehicle and Driver File Bill, which will allow collision data to be shared with local authorities so blackspots can be identified and safety improvements prioritised. Additional Heads of Bill were approved by Government in December, including an amendment that will allow a jury to consider a charge of careless driving where an individual is acquitted of dangerous driving, as recommended by Judge Haughton in his report on the death of Shane O’Farrell.

My Department is also developing the next Road Traffic Bill to fulfil Programme for Government commitments, including in relation to graduated speeding penalties and camera-based enforcement of mobile phone and seatbelt offences. I expect that a General Scheme for this Bill will be brought to Government in February.

Road Safety

Questions (735)

Pa Daly

Question:

735. Deputy Pa Daly asked the Minister for Transport the steps he is taking to prevent red light running; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1666/26]

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Minister of State at the Department of Transport

As per Section 30 of the Road Traffic (Traffic and Parking) Regulations 1997, as amended, red light running is an offence. Enforcement of the law is a function of An Garda Síochána. For running a red light a member of An Garda Síochána can issue 3 penalty points and an €80 fixed charge for failing to obey traffic lights. This rises to €120 if not paid within 28 days. If a driver is convicted in court, they could be fined a higher amount and receive 5 penalty points.

The increased deployment of safety cameras in the coming years is a key action to be delivered under the Phase 2 Action Plan of the all-of-Government Road Safety Strategy. The Phase 2 Action Plan was published in July 2025 and includes 12 primary actions supplemented by a further 77 support actions. These actions are being delivered collaboratively by road safety partners and align with commitments in the Programme for Government.

Work on the first National Safety Camera Strategy is progressing. The Department is working closely with road safety stakeholders including the NTA, TII, RSA and An Garda Síochána on how best to implement the Strategy. The Strategy will focus on speeding, red light running, and bus lane infringements, with flexibility for the enforcement of other types of offence in future. It is expected that the Strategy will be approved early in 2026. Once this strategy is in place, it will provide the framework for increased deployment of cameras across the network, in both urban and rural locations, to assist with the enforcement of a wide range of road traffic offences.

My Department is also developing the next Road Traffic Bill to fulfil Programme for Government commitments, including in relation to graduated speeding penalties and camera-based enforcement of mobile phone and seatbelt offences.

Electric Vehicles

Questions (736)

Barry Ward

Question:

736. Deputy Barry Ward asked the Minister for Transport the position regarding the publications of recommendations by an organisation (details supplied) in relation to on street charging cables for homes without driveways or other privately owned spaces to charge EVs; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1678/26]

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Minister for Transport

The Government is fully committed to supporting a significant expansion and modernisation of the EV charging network over the coming years. Having an effective and reliable charging network is an essential part of enabling drivers to make the switch to electric vehicles.

Zero Emission Vehicles Ireland (ZEVI) is a dedicated Office within the Department of Transport, charged with supporting consumers, the public sector and businesses to continue to make the switch to zero emission vehicles. The Office leads on the delivery of the Ireland’s ambitious targets under the Climate Action Plan 2023 to have an expected 30% of our private car fleet switched to electric by 2030.

Home charging is the primary charging method for most Irish EV owners as it’s convenient and cheaper for the consumer as well as assisting in the overall management of the national grid. Over 80% of charging is expected to happen at home.

There is also a need for a seamless public charging network that will provide for situations or instances where home charging is not possible.

In July 2025, the Department of Climate, Energy and the Environment (DCEE) adopted a Strategy Statement on Private Wires. ZEVI fully supports this Department of Climate, Energy and the Environment led initiative.

In December 2025, I, as Minister for Transport, Climate, Energy and the Environment, secured government approval to commence drafting of the Private Wires Bill. The bill will amend the Electricity Regulation Act 1999 to enable private development of electricity wires in 4 specific circumstances.

Private wires legislation will aid the build-out of Ireland's electricity grid, whilst simultaneously accelerating the roll-out of renewable energy and electricity storage solutions. In this way, private development of electricity infrastructure will unlock new investment and alleviate grid constraints.

As per the approved Private Wires Policy Statement in July 2025, this bill will allow for private wires to be built in 4 limited circumstances:

• To permit a private wire linking a single user of electricity to a separate singular generation asset. This connection may also include storage technologies.

• To facilitate hybrid grid connections

• To allow on-street charging solutions for Electric Vehicles

• To allow a customer that self-supplies electricity to provide electricity to a separate customer in a contiguous premises.

In addition, the Regional and Local EV Charging Network Plan provides a pathway for the accelerated delivery of public destination and neighbourhood charging and will be led by Local Authorities.

Local authorities will be funded by ZEVI to develop local and regional EV charging network strategies and implementation plans. This process will identify the number of charge points required in each area, including chargers to serve residents without access to private off-street parking. While strategies are being finalised, ZEVI is funding pilot infrastructure projects in a number of Local Authorities, so as not to delay any initial rollout.

Rail Network

Questions (737)

Shane Moynihan

Question:

737. Deputy Shane Moynihan asked the Minister for Transport the estimated total population that will have access to the MetroLink line for commuting and travel; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1703/26]

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Minister for Transport

As the Deputy will be aware, MetroLink will be a fully segregated and mostly underground new railway line between Swords and Dublin City Centre, the first of its kind in Ireland. The National Transport Authority (NTA) has statutory responsibility for the planning and development of public transport infrastructure in the Greater Dublin Area (GDA), including light rail.

MetroLink’s immediate catchment area, Fingal, was one of the fastest growing administrative areas in Ireland between the Census of 2016 and 2022, at a 12% population increase.

Demand modelling was an essential component of the MetroLink Preliminary Business Case, which was approved by Government in 2022. Based on demand modelling for the project, MetroLink will provide a reliable fixed public transport option to an estimated 360,000 people that will live within 2km of the alignment in 2030, as well as millions of national and overseas visitors to Dublin and Ireland each year.

The modelling also demonstrated that MetroLink will serve a growing population of circa 175,000 people living within easy walking distance of the route. It provides a major improvement in access to employment with circa 250,000 jobs within easy walking distance of the route, as well as education, leisure and healthcare facilities.

MetroLink has a high capacity to meet the needs of a growing population. MetroLink will be capable of carrying up to 20,000 passengers per hour in each direction.

Noting the NTA's responsibility for the matter, I have referred Deputy's question to the NTA for a more detailed reply. Please contact my private office, if you do not receive a reply within 10 days.

Bus Services

Questions (738)

Shane Moynihan

Question:

738. Deputy Shane Moynihan asked the Minister for Transport the provision being made for new bus routes and a bus service for the Clonburris SDZ. [1704/26]

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Minister for Transport

As Minister for Transport, I have responsibility for policy and overall funding in relation to public transport. The National Transport Authority (NTA) has responsibility for the planning and development of public transport infrastructure, including the BusConnects routes in Dublin.

As the Deputy may be aware, BusConnects is a transformative programme of investment in the bus system, with the aim to provide better bus services across five cities. It is the largest investment in the bus system in the history of the State and is managed by the NTA.

The roll-out of the remaining phases of the BusConnects Dublin Network Redesign will occur over the coming years, subject to funding and operational readiness.

Noting the NTA's responsibility in the matter, I have referred the Deputy's question to the NTA for a direct reply. Please contact my private office if you do not receive a reply within 10 days

A referred reply was forwarded to the Deputy under Standing Orders.

Departmental Budgets

Questions (739)

Albert Dolan

Question:

739. Deputy Albert Dolan asked the Minister for Transport the date on which a supplementary estimate or supplementary estimates was sought in respect of his Department’s Vote for each of the past ten years, and to the date in 2026; the gross and net amount involved in each case; and the Vote subheads to which each supplementary estimate related. [1804/26]

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Minister for Transport

Government Departments may need to ask the Dáil for additional (or

supplementary) money to the amount provided for in the approved Estimate for that

year. The procedure for such a request is provided for through Supplementary

Estimates. These typically arise in November of each year. Dáil approval is required in the same

way as for the Revised Estimates.

The following table lists the supplementary estimate for Vote 31 -Transport for the last 10 years:

Date	Gross Total (€,000)	Net Total (€,000)	Subhead
2025	279,900	208,900	A.2 - Administration Non – Pay B.2 - Administration - Non Pay B.3 - Public Transport Services B.4 - Public Transport Investment B.5 - Public Transport Agencies & Expenses B.6 - Public Service Provision Payments C.2 - Administration - Non Pay C.6 - Road Safety Agencies & Expense D.2 - Administration Non - Pay D.4 - Miscellaneous Service E.2 - Administration - Non Pay E.4 - Commissioner Of Irish Light E.7 - Miscellaneous Services F.2 - Administration - Non Pay F.3 - Digital Hub
2024	207,531	147,991	A.2 - Administration Non – Pay A.3 - Active Travel Infrastructure B.2 - Administration - Non Pay B.3 - Public Service Provision Payments C.2 - Administration - Non Pay C.4 - Regional And Local Roads Investment C.6 - Road Safety Agencies & Expenses D.2 - Administration Non – Pay E.2 - Administration - Non Pay E.3 – IRCG E.4 - Commissioner Of Irish Light F.2 - Administration - Non Pay F.3 - Digital Hub
2023	150,068	81,468	A.3 - Active Travel Infrastructure B.4 - Public Service Provision Payments C.4 - Regional And Local Roads Investment C.7 - Vehicle And Driver Licencing Expenses E.3 - IRCG
2022	114,861	114,861	B.4 - Public Service Provision Payments C.5 - Vehicle And Driver Licencing Expenses D.3 - Regional Airports E.3 - Maritime Administration & IRCG
2021	122,348	91,348	A.5 - Aviation Covid Supports B.3 - Road Improvement / Maintenance B.5 - Vehicle And Driver Licencing Expenses B.6 - Carbon Reduction
2020	0	0	N/A
2019	10,000	10,000	B.4 - Road Safety Agencies And Expenses B.7 - Public Service Provision Payments B.9 - Public Transport Agencies And Expenses D.5 - Sport Ireland (part funded by the National Lottery) E.3 - Fáilte Ireland E.4 - Tourism Ireland Limited - grant for administration and general expenses
2018	43,500	43,500	A.3 - Regional Airports B.2 - Administration - Non Pay B.3 - Road Improvement/Maintenance B.7 - Public Service Provision Payments B.8 - Public & Sustainable Transport Investment Programme C.3 - Maritime Administration & IRCG D.5 - Sport Ireland E.3 - Fáilte Ireland E.5 - Tourism Marketing Fund
2017	12,500	1	B.8 - Public And Sustainable Transport Investment Programme
2016	96,100	96,100	B3.1 - National Roads Programme B3.5 - Regional and Local Roads B8: Public Transport Investment Programme

The Revised Estimates Volumes for the Public Service, including Supplementary Estimates, are published on the central website for government services and information here: www.gov.ie/en/department-of-public-expenditure-infrastructure-public-service-reform-and-digitalisation/collections/the-revised-estimates-volumes-for-the-public-service/

Departmental Budgets

Questions (740)

Albert Dolan

Question:

740. Deputy Albert Dolan asked the Minister for Transport the value of expenditure originally allocated in the Estimates to specific programmes or staffing measures that could not be spent as planned within the year for each of the past five years; and whether such underspends were surrendered, carried forward, or reallocated to other areas within the Vote. [1827/26]

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Minister for Transport

My officials are collating the information requested and will issue it to you within 10 working days.

The following deferred reply was received under Standing Orders.

To ask the Minister for Transport the value of expenditure originally allocated in the Estimates to specific programmes or staffing measures that could not be spent as planned within the year for each of the past five years; and whether such underspends were surrendered, carried forward, or reallocated to other areas within the Vote.

The information sought regarding the value of expenditure originally allocated to specific programmes or staffing measures, underspends, amounts surrendered, reallocated or carried forward, for each of the past five years is disclosed as part of the annual Appropriation Account for my Department.

The annual Appropriation Account for each Vote is available on the website of the Office of the Comptroller and Auditor General. Appropriation Accounts - Office of the Comptroller and Auditor General (www.audit.gov.ie/en/publications/appropriation%20accounts/)

Year	Relevant link
2025	Will be available after 30th September 2026
2024	31. Vote 31 - Transport - www.audit.gov.ie/en/find-report/publications/2025/vote-31-transport.pdf
2023	Vote 31 - Transport - www.audit.gov.ie/en/find-report/publications/2024/vote-31-transport.pdf
2022	Vote 31 - Transport - www.audit.gov.ie/en/find-report/publications/2023/vote-31-transport.pdf
2021	Vote 31 - Transport - www.audit.gov.ie/en/find-report/publications/2022/vote-31-transport.pdf

Programme lines are monitored throughout the year to identify pressures and savings in the Departments vote. Sanction to reallocate savings are obtained from the Department of Public Expenditure, Infrastructure, Public Service Reform and Digitalisation to alleviate expenditure pressures in other areas in line with Public Financial Procedures when necessary. The Department has also sought a technical supplementary estimate where the reallocation of funds was significant.

The following table shows the initial estimate allocated, the supplementary estimate provided and the surplus to be surrendered for each year. The surplus to be surrendered is the net effect of the actual outturn, appropriations in aid and deferred surrender for each year.

Year	Original Gross Allocation €	Supplementary estimate	Surplus to be surrendered €
2025	€3,919,692m	€342,525	Will be confirmed post audit
2024	€3,573,772m	€147,991	€38.369m
2023	€3,516,269m	€81,468	€27.507m
2022	€3,432,494m	€114,861	€36.795m
2021	€3,535,851m	€91,348	€193,382m

The figure returned each year represents savings from across the Transport Vote.

The following table shows the Capital funds carried into each year in the past five years:

Carryover (€,000)
	2021	2022	2023	2024	2025
A.3 Active Travel Infrastructure	17,000		2,000	30,000	14,500
A.4 Greenways	20,000		17,000
B.3 Carbon Reduction	4,650		20,560
B.3 Public Transport Services					2,050
B.4 Public Service Provision Payments	100	350	450	825
B.5 Public Transport Investment	79,500	148,200	75,956	39,000	42,000
C.3 Road Improvement/Maintenance	15,850
C.3 National Roads Investment			9,000
C.4 Regional and Local Roads Investment				34,500
C.5 Vehicle and Driver Licencing Expenses	2,580	4,000	2,340
C.7 EV Grants and Infrastructure				16,350	39,300
D.3 Regional Airports	8,800	7,640	4,900	8,245	8,927
D.5 Aviation Covid Supports		410
E.3 IRCG			5,600	6,000
E.3 Maritime Administration	3,000
E.4 Commissioner of Irish Lights			150
E.4 Miscellaneous Services		500
F.3 Digital HUB				4,000	6,800
F.5 Research Programmes				2,000	1,900
TOTAL	151,480	161,100	137,956	140,920	115,47

Bus Services

Questions (741)

Emer Currie

Question:

741. Deputy Emer Currie asked the Minister for Transport for an update regarding the rollout date of the N8 airport bus; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1836/26]

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Minister for Transport

As Minister for Transport, I have responsibility for policy and overall funding in relation to public transport. The National Transport Authority (NTA) has responsibility for the planning and development of public transport infrastructure, including the BusConnects routes in Dublin.

As the Deputy may be aware, BusConnects is a transformative programme of investment in the bus system, with the aim to provide better bus services across five cities. It is the largest investment in the bus system in the history of the State and is managed by the NTA.

The roll-out of the remaining phases of the BusConnects Dublin Network Redesign will occur over the coming years, subject to funding and operational readiness.

Noting the NTA's responsibility in the matter, I have referred the Deputy's question to the NTA for a direct reply. Please contact my private office if you do not receive a reply within 10 days.

A referred reply was forwarded to the Deputy under Standing Orders.