Seanad debates
Thursday, 14 November 2002
Rail Services and Related Transport Matters: Statements.
I listened carefully to the 18 Senators who spoke. I suppose I would summarise what I am about in four words, I believe in investment. I believe in substantial long-term investment in the system with a clear vision about public transport for the 21st century. I believe in reforming our structures. I do not believe that because we had CIE for 40 years we must always have CIE. I unapologetically believe in competition in public transport. If Members disagree with me, I would like to hear them say so. It has not been said too loudly. I propose to open the Dublin Bus market to competition in 2004.
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