Johnny Guirke (Meath West, Sinn Fein)
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79. To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport his plans to make provision for designated storage space for bicycles on public transport; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [32419/21]

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. As the Deputy is aware, the National Transport Authority (NTA) has statutory responsibility for the planning and development of public transport and associated infrastructure. This includes the procurement of the PSO bus fleet and, in consultation with Iarnód Éireann, the procurement and requirements of additional rail fleet.

Noting the NTA's responsibility in this matter, I have referred the Deputy's question to the NTA for a direct reply regarding the specific issue raised. Please contact my private office if you do not receive a reply within 10 days.