Tommy Broughan (Dublin North East, Labour)

The Joint Committee on Transport discussed the issue of international operators in the context of the relevant European directive. Did any discussions take place with international companies in respect of that matter? For example, I understand there may have been discussions with some Polish companies.

How many applications for bus licences - of any type - are currently lodged with the Department in respect of which decisions are awaited? How long does it take the Department to process such applications? Are there any ongoing legal disputes involving the Department and any private bus operators?

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