Ruth Coppinger (Dublin West, Solidarity)
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20. To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the position regarding the recent closure of a number of Bus Éireann routes; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [42146/17]

Mick Barry (Cork North Central, Solidarity)
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35. To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport his views on the unforeseen recent announcement by Bus Éireann to discontinue four routes; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [42030/17]

Shane Ross (Dublin Rathdown, Independent)
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I propose to take Questions Nos. 20 and 35 together.

I am not aware of a recent announcement by Bus Éireann to discontinue routes.  I am, however, aware that Bus Éireann has experienced significant operational issues in the eastern region recently and it is a matter for the Company to resolve those issues.  I am also aware that the National Transport Authority (NTA) is continuing to closely monitor developments and has reminded Bus Éireann of its performance obligations under its contract with the NTA including the importance of providing relevant and timely information to customers.  The NTA has indicated that it will give consideration in due course to the appropriate course of action under that contract.

I have forwarded the Deputies' questions to the Company for direct reply.  Please advise my private office if you do not receive responses within ten working days.