Peter Cleere (Carlow-Kilkenny, Fianna Fail)
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117. To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if he will investigate the possibility of additional car parking spaces at Muine Bheag train station. [67714/25]

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) is leading the development and roll-out of strategic park and ride sites nation-wide through the Park and Ride Development Office (PRDO).

The Programme for Government commits to working with local authorities and relevant agencies to develop affordable Park and Ride facilities on the outskirts of major towns and cities.

The NTA established the PRDO in February 2020. The function of the PRDO is to enable and advance the delivery of strategic Park & Ride sites in collaboration with Local Authorities and transport agencies across all regions of the State, by providing full time specialist resources on these projects.

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.