Cathal Crowe (Clare, Fianna Fail)
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245. To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport for an update on funding allocated to progress a dedicated town bus service for Ennis. [1241/24]

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.

Funding was secured for the continuation of the 20% average fare reduction on PSO services, the Young Adult Card, the 90-minute far and the continued roll-out of new services (BusConnects, Connecting Ireland, New Town Services, service enhancements).

The NTA transport planning team are currently finalising decisions regarding the best utilisation of these funds, and the timing and prioritisation of the roll-out of services. As such, it is not possible at this stage to give a breakdown of how the funds will be split across all new services.

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 BusConnects Cork.

The BusConnects Cork Sustainable Transport Corridors - Preferred Route Options Public Consultation Round 3 was undertaken from 6 November to 18 December 2023. All submissions are available to view and download in tabular form to excel on the BusConnects Cork public consultation portal at consult.nationaltransport.ie.

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.