Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 27 June 2024
139. Deputy Patrick Costello asked the Minister for Transport in light of Dublin City Council’s new ‘Delivering for Dublin Agreement’, which contains a commitment to expand the Dublin Bikes network, if his Department will liaise with higher education institutions in the city to identify suitable locations to install stations. [27767/24]
Amharc ar fhreagraAs Minister for Transport, I have responsibility for policy and overall funding in relation to Active Travel. 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.
Operational matters regarding the management or expansion of the Dublin Bikes scheme, however, rests with Dublin City Council. Consideration of suitable locations, such as at higher education institutes in the city, would ultimately be determined by the Council.
Given the NTA's role in active travel and public bikes schemes generally, I have referred your question to the Authority for a more detailed reply. If you do not receive a reply within 10 working days, please contact my private office.
