Shane Ross (Dublin Rathdown, Independent) | Oireachtas source

I have already dealt with a similar question from Deputy Brendan Ryan, as Deputy Ellis will be aware. The DAA has responsibility for the north runway project. It was granted planning permission in 2007 for the project and announced its intention to proceed in April 2016. As I have said previously, I welcome the DAA's stated commitment to work closely with all stakeholders, including local residents and community groups, in regard to the north runway project. I understand the DAA has already met with local residents to discuss the project and that further engagement is planned.

With regard to public transport services at the airport, as the Deputy will be aware, a significant number of public and private bus and coach operators are currently licensed to provide services linking the airport with the city and other suburban and regional centres across the country. I understand that current demand for public transport services is well catered for by these operators. In the medium to longer term, the new programme for Government includes a commitment to proceed with a metro scheme linking Dublin airport with the city centre and Swords. Funding is being made available under the capital plan for planning, design and commencement of construction of the new Metro North scheme, with a view to delivering the link by 2026-27.​

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