Bernard Durkan (Kildare North, Fine Gael)
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1057. To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the cost of the Bus Éireann fleet at present; the estimated cost of the purchase of an electric bus; the cost of its maintenance on an annual basis; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [4934/20]

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 in Ireland. The provision of vehicles for the public service obligation (PSO) fleets is a matter for the National Transport Authority (NTA) in conjunction with the relevant operator - in this case Bus Éireann.

In light of the above, I have forwarded the Deputy's question to the NTA for direct reply. Please advise my private office if you do not receive a response within ten working days.