Mairéad Farrell (Galway West, Sinn Fein)
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243. To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if he will liaise with the NTA in relation to either establishing a new bus stop or moving the current Citylink stop in Newcastle to the outpatients entrance at the Hospital (details supplied). [33512/25]

Darragh O'Brien (Dublin Fingal East, Fianna Fail)
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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/shelters nationally.

There is a commitment under the Programme for Government to ensure that public transport operators provide safe and accessible access for all passengers and a commitment to work with local authorities and national bodies to improve public transport options and infrastructure.

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.