Written answers

Tuesday, 30 November 2021

Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport

Rail Network

Photo of Brian LeddinBrian Leddin (Limerick City, Green Party)
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179. To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if he plans to take steps to facilitate the carriage of bicycles on commuter train services at peak times; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [58476/21]

Photo of Eamon RyanEamon 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. However, I am not involved in the day-to-day operations of public transport.

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 Iarnród Éireann, the procurement and requirements of additional rail fleet.

As such, noting the NTA's responsibility in this matter, I have forwarded the Deputy's question to the NTA for a direct reply regarding the specific issue raised. Please advise my private office if you do not receive a response within ten working days.

Photo of Brian LeddinBrian Leddin (Limerick City, Green Party)
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180. To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport his plans to fund secure and covered bicycle parking at rail stations and major bus stops; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [58480/21]

Photo of Eamon RyanEamon Ryan (Dublin Bay South, Green Party)
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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 responsibility for the planning and development of public transport infrastructure, including cycling infrastructure.

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

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