Peter Burke (Longford-Westmeath, Fine Gael)
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1056. To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if he will amend the rural transport scheme to allow increased utilisation for students living outside the terms of the scheme (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [4908/20]

Shane Ross (Dublin Rathdown, Independent)
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As Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport I have responsibility for policy and overall funding in relation to public transport. The National Transport Authority (NTA) has statutory responsibility for securing the provision of public passenger transport services nationally. The NTA also has national responsibility for integrated local and rural transport, including management of the Rural Transport Programme (RTP) which now operates under the Local Link brand.

In light of the NTA's responsibilities in relation to Local LInk services, I have referred your question to the NTA for direct reply to you. Please advise my private office if you do not receive a response within ten working days.

I would also point out to the Deputy that matters relating to School Transport come under the remit of the Minister for Education and Skills.