Dessie Ellis (Dublin North West, Sinn Fein)
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There is a significant reduction in the expenses figure for the Road Safety Authority. I realise there has been a considerable drop in road deaths but why are we reducing that figure if we want to maintain the progress we have made? It is a substantial amount.

The public service provision payment has been reduced considerably by approximately €50 million or €60 million. If we keep reducing the provision the effects in the long term in terms of keeping public transport going will be significant. I become concerned when we make these reductions while other European countries contribute far more than we do to public transport.

Will the Minister of State indicate the position on the public transport investment programme? The Estimate represents an increase. Will the Minister of State give an idea of what extras will be included?