Mark Ward (Dublin Mid West, Sinn Fein) | Oireachtas source

I thank the Minister. I will touch on the increased capacity in a moment. I received a number of emails on behalf of constituents in Clondalkin, Lucan and Palmerstown. One person said they wrote as a concerned resident of Lucan regarding the state of our local bus routes, specifically the C1 and C2 services. The person said that, as I may be aware, the recent increase in population due to new housing developments has significantly impacted the efficiency and reliability of these routes. They went on to say that the growing number of residents in Lucan has led to overcrowded buses, frequent delays and inadequate services during peak hours. They also said the situation not only inconveniences current residents but also discourages the use of public transport transportation, exacerbating traffic congestion and environmental concerns.

The person kindly requested my attention to address these issues by exploring potential solutions, such as increasing bus frequency, adjusting schedules to accommodate peak times and considering route extensions to better serve the expanding population. The person stated my efforts in advocating for improved public transport in Lucan would greatly benefit the community and contribute to a more sustainable and accessible transportation system. What plans are there to increase capacity along the C spine route? The Minister mentioned plans for C1 and C2.

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