Bus Services

Thursday, 11 June 2026

Questions (168)

Seán Ó Fearghaíl

Question:

168. Deputy Seán Ó Fearghaíl asked the Minister for Transport if his attention has been drawn to proposals to amend a bus route (details supplied) in a manner that would bypass Castledermot County Kildare; if he will engage with the National Transport Authority and the operator to ensure that adequate morning and evening services are maintained for commuters who rely on this route for access to employment; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [44786/26]

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Written answers

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.

Further, The route mentioned by the Deputy is a commercial bus service operated by JJ Kavanagh and responsibility for the operation of the service is a matter for the company.

In light of the NTA's responsibility in this area as the licensing authority for the commercial bus sector, I have forwarded the Deputy's query to the NTA for direct reply. Please advise my private office if you do not receive a response within ten working days.

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