Thomas Pringle (Donegal, Independent)
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181. To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if he is aware of the ongoing problem with buses to and from Donegal town not going according to the schedule and that it is unacceptable that Bus Éireann is not providing a full scheduled service; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [9626/23]

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 operations of public transport.

The matter raised in relation to issues with bus services to and from Donegal town is an operational matter for the company. I have, therefore, referred the Deputy's question to Bus Éireann for direct reply. Please advise my private office if you do not receive a reply within ten working days.

Thomas Pringle (Donegal, Independent)
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182. To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if a person (details supplied) who pre-booked a seat on the No. X30 bus from Donegal town to Dublin Airport, but the bus never arrived, can be compensated; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [9627/23]

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 operations of public transport.

Further, Bus Éireann's Expressway services, including route X30, are commercial bus services and responsibility for the operation of those services is a matter for the company.

I have, therefore, referred the Deputy's question to Bus Éireann for direct reply. Please advise my private office if you do not receive a reply within ten working days.

Michael Healy-Rae (Kerry, Independent)
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183. To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the status of a bus stop (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [9643/23]

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 responsibility for the planning and development of public transport infrastructure, including the provision of bus stops and bus shelters.

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.