Michael Healy-Rae (Kerry, Independent)
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130. To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if grants for wheelchair buses or taxis are available; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5787/21]

Eamon Ryan (Dublin Bay South, Green Party)
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As Minister for Transport I have responsibility for policy and overall funding in relation to public transport.

It is the National Transport Authority (NTA) which has statutory responsibility for promoting the development of an integrated, accessible public transport network. Its statutory remit also includes procuring the provision of public passenger transport services nationally, licensing of commercial passenger bus services and regulation of the taxi sector.

I have therefore 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.