Jennifer Whitmore (Wicklow, Social Democrats)
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252. To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if the review of the community car scheme is currently under way to consider expansion of the scheme as set out in the climate action plan; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [4327/22]

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; however, I am not involved in the day-to-day management and operational aspects of public transport.

The National Transport Authority (NTA) has responsibility for integrated local and rural transport, including management of the Rural Transport Programme, operating under the TFI Local Link brand. 

I am advised that the NTA is currently in the process of reviewing the pilot Community Car Scheme, with the view to completing the review by the end of Quarter 1 of this year.

In light of the NTA's responsibilities in this regard, 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.

Jennifer Whitmore (Wicklow, Social Democrats)
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253. To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport when the implementation of the park and ride strategy will commence for the greater Dublin area due in the first quarter of 2022 as set out in the climate action plan; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [4328/22]

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.  The National Transport Authority (NTA) has statutory responsibility for the planning and development of public transport infrastructure, including the provision of park and ride facilities. 

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