Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 24 February 2026
304. Deputy Grace Boland asked the Minister for Transport the maintenance arrangements and associated costs for the electric buses delivered for Galway and Dublin; whether maintenance and warranty management differs for buses in storage compared with those in active service; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14494/26]
Amharc ar fhreagra305. Deputy Grace Boland asked the Minister for Transport the expected timeline for completing the required charging infrastructure for the Galway buses; the reasons for the delay; and whether interim charging options were considered to avoid the continued idling of 47 buses in Galway; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14495/26]
Amharc ar fhreagraI propose to take Questions Nos. 304 and 305 together.
As Minister for Transport, I have responsibility for policy and overall funding in relation to public transport. The National Transport Authority (NTA) has statutory responsibility for the planning and development of public transport infrastructure, including the provision and upgrade of the public bus fleet, and the provision of bus depots.
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 working days.
