Noel Grealish (Galway West, Independent)
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536. To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if funding will be provided for proposals put to his Department by Galway city and county councils for the provision of a park and ride service between Galway Airport and Galway city in order to ease traffic congestion for commuters and to support the business community in Galway; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [41761/17]

Shane Ross (Dublin Rathdown, Independent)
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A transport strategy for Galway City was prepared by the National Transport Authority (NTA) in partnership with Galway City Council and Galway County Council in 2016.  The Strategy sets out an overall framework for the development of transport infrastructure and services in Galway City and its environs over a twenty year period, including the development of park and ride facilities at suitable locations.  It has been included in the new City Development Plan which was adopted by the City Council and came into force in January 2017.  The implementation of the Strategy is primarily a matter for the local authority to pursue. 

The NTA administers the Regional Cities Programme for investment in public transport infrastructure in the regional cities including Galway.  Given the NTA's responsibility in this area, I have referred your question to the Authority for direct reply.  Please advise my private office if you do not receive a reply within ten working days.