Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 7 October 2025
69. Deputy John Paul O'Shea asked the Minister for Transport the status and expected timeframe for delivery of the proposed Tralee to Cork public transport corridor (bus and train services), including planned service frequency, weekend and evening provision, and integration with other public transport services in County Cork; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [52952/25]
Amharc ar fhreagraAs Minister of State at the Department of Transport with special responsibility for Rural Transport I recognise the importance of boosting connectivity in Counties Kerry and Cork. In the new Programme for Government, Securing Ireland's Future, this Government has committed to continue the roll-out of the Connecting Ireland Rural Mobility Plan. As with all plans, any additional funding for rural public transport services would be subject to the annual Budgetary and Estimates process.
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. Specific rail works and progress are a matter for Irish Rail, in conjunction with the NTA.
In light of the NTA and Irish Rail's responsibilities I have referred your question to the NTA and Irish Rail for direct reply to you. Please advise my private office if you do not receive a reply within ten working days.
