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Question· writtenPQ 293asked
Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 16 September 2026
293. Deputy Grace Boland asked the Minister for Transport the full value for money comparison undertaken between purchasing battery electric buses while the necessary charging infrastructure was in train and adjusting the timing of bus purchases to more closely align their delivery with completion of that infrastructure, including purchase price inflation or indexation, depreciation, storage, servicing, maintenance, insurance, opportunity or financing costs and any other costs included in the assessment, in tabular form. [65208/26]
Question· writtenPQ 292asked
Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 16 September 2026
292. Deputy Grace Boland asked the Minister for Transport to provide the costs incurred to date as a consequence of battery electric buses being purchased but remaining unavailable for operational service pending completion of the necessary charging infrastructure, including storage, servicing, maintenance, insurance and any other associated costs, by year and cost category, in tabular form. [65207/26]
Question· writtenPQ 291asked
Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 16 September 2026
291. Deputy Grace Boland asked the Minister for Transport whether the assessment of the financial implications of purchasing battery electric buses while the necessary charging infrastructure was in train included the opportunity cost or cost of capital associated with Exchequer funding being committed to assets before they could enter operational service; if so, to provide the methodology and amount attributed to this cost; and if not, the reason this cost was excluded. [65206/26]
Question· writtenPQ 290asked
Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 16 September 2026
290. Deputy Grace Boland asked the Minister for Transport whether the assessment of the financial implications of purchasing battery electric buses while the necessary charging infrastructure was in train included depreciation in the value of buses during periods in which they remained in storage and unavailable for operational service; if so, the depreciation amount included; and if not, the reason this cost was excluded. [65205/26]
Question· writtenPQ 289asked
Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 16 September 2026
289. Deputy Grace Boland asked the Minister for Transport to provide the analysis and assessment underpinning the assertion that purchasing battery electric buses while the necessary charging infrastructure was in train represented better value for the State than deferring or adjusting the timing of their purchase to more closely align delivery of the buses with completion of that infrastructure, including the methodology, assumptions and projected inflation or indexation costs used in that assessment. [65204/26]
Question· writtenPQ 288asked
Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 16 September 2026
288. Deputy Grace Boland asked the Minister for Transport the measures being taken by his Department and the National Transport Authority to ensure future electric bus procurements are aligned with the delivery of charging infrastructure. [65203/26]
Question· writtenPQ 287asked
Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 16 September 2026
287. Deputy Grace Boland asked the Minister for Transport the number of additional passenger services that could have been operated had the 98 battery electric buses currently in storage been available for service; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [65202/26]
Question· writtenPQ 286asked
Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 16 September 2026
286. Deputy Pádraig Mac Lochlainn asked the Minister for Transport when an application (details supplied) submitted on 20 May 2026 under the road transport support scheme will be finalised. [65200/26]
Question· writtenPQ 285asked
Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 16 September 2026
285. Deputy Emer Currie asked the Minister for Transport if Irish Rail will engage with local communities over the impact of electrification of the railway line and closures of level crossings at Coolmine, Clonsilla and Ashtown; and if so, if this will be held in Q4 2026. [65197/26]
Question· writtenPQ 284asked
Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 16 September 2026
284. Deputy Barry Ward asked the Minister for Transport the position regarding engagement he has had with Irish Rail in relation to ensuring that their services are fully accessible for wheelchair users or people with mobility issues. [65181/26]
Question· writtenPQ 283asked
Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 16 September 2026
283. Deputy Barry Ward asked the Minister for Transport the position regarding the engagement he has had with all public transport bus operators in relation to ensuring that their services are fully accessible for wheelchair users or people with mobility issues. [65182/26]
Question· writtenPQ 282asked
Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 16 September 2026
282. Deputy Barry Ward asked the Minister for Transport the position regarding engagement he has had with Luas operators in relation to ensuring that their services are fully accessible for wheelchair users or people with mobility issues. [65183/26]
Question· writtenPQ 281asked
Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 16 September 2026
281. Deputy Barry Ward asked the Minister for Transport his views regarding the new DART carriages that are coming on stream; whether they are fully wheelchair accessible without the need for a separate ramp to be put in place; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [65184/26]
Question· writtenPQ 280asked
Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 16 September 2026
280. Deputy Barry Ward asked the Minister for Transport the actions he is taking to ensure that all public transport services are fully accessible without the requirement for wheelchair users or those with mobility issues to call ahead of time to request additional assistance. [65185/26]
Question· writtenPQ 279asked
Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 16 September 2026
279. Deputy Pearse Doherty asked the Minister for Transport if Bus Éireann has plans for a wheelchair accessible stop in Donegal town, County Donegal; and the timeframe for same. [65155/26]
Question· writtenPQ 278asked
Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 16 September 2026
278. Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Transport whether his Department has received from Transport Infrastructure Ireland an assessment of the interaction between the Ballinacurra to Midleton Pedestrian and Cycle Route and the N25 Lakeview Roundabout, as requested by TII during the 2021 Part 8 process; when any such assessment was received; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [65107/26]
Question· writtenPQ 277asked
Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 16 September 2026
277. Deputy Grace Boland asked the Minister for Transport the estimated additional fare revenue to be generated in 2027 as a result of the NTA Fares Determination 2026, broken down by operator and service type and the assumptions underpinning these estimates, including projected passenger numbers and any anticipated impact of the fare increases on passenger demand, in tabular form. [65108/26]
Question· writtenPQ 276asked
Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 16 September 2026
276. Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Transport if he will engage with Cork County Council and Transport Infrastructure Ireland to introduce an immediate interim arrangement at the Lakeview junction in East Cork, including consideration of switching the traffic lights to a pedestrian-demand or pedestrian-only phase where appropriate, in order to improve traffic flow and reduce congestion; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [65109/26]
Question· writtenPQ 275asked
Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 16 September 2026
275. Deputy Grace Boland asked the Minister for Transport the total passenger fare revenue received in 2024 and 2025, the projected passenger fare revenue for 2026 and the projected passenger fare revenue for 2027 following implementation of the NTA Fares Determination 2026, broken down by operator, in tabular form. [65110/26]
Question· writtenPQ 274asked
Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 16 September 2026
274. Deputy Grace Boland asked the Minister for Transport the way in which the additional fare revenue expected to be generated in 2027 will be used; the amount expected to fund existing services; the amount expected to fund additional or enhanced services; and the specific service improvements or additional capacity, if any, that are expected to be funded from this additional revenue. [65111/26]
Question· writtenPQ 273asked
Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 16 September 2026
273. Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Transport if he will engage with Cork County Council and Transport Infrastructure Ireland regarding the current restriction on vehicles turning right when exiting the Circle K service station at Lakeview, East Cork, with a view to reinstating this movement where it can be safely facilitated; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [65112/26]
Question· writtenPQ 272asked
Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 16 September 2026
272. Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Transport if he will request an assessment of the existing traffic light arrangements at Lakeview, East Cork, in light of concerns regarding their operation and the impact they may be having on traffic flow and pedestrian safety; if consideration will be given to whether the current arrangements remain appropriate, including whether the lights could operate as pedestrian-only crossings where this would improve traffic flow and safety; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [65124/26]
Question· writtenPQ 271asked
Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 16 September 2026
271. Deputy Grace Boland asked the Minister for Transport the additional peak and off peak services proposed for the Northern Commuter line in the 2027 timetable; the additional passenger capacity that will be provided; and the expected commencement date of any such improvements. [65114/26]
Question· writtenPQ 270asked
Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 16 September 2026
270. Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Transport the assessment of traffic capacity, congestion and road safety that was undertaken by the National Transport Authority before funding was approved for the Ballinacurra to Midleton Pedestrian and Cycle Route; whether the assessment considered the R630 and N25 Lakeview Roundabout; and if he will provide details of the assessment; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [65125/26]
Question· writtenPQ 269asked
Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 16 September 2026
269. Deputy Grace Boland asked the Minister for Transport the passenger numbers at Balbriggan and Skerries railway stations in each of the years 2024 and 2025 and to date in 2026, the projected passenger demand for 2027; and the assessment undertaken of whether existing peak time capacity is sufficient to meet current and projected demand, in tabular form. [65116/26]
Question· writtenPQ 268asked
Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 16 September 2026
268. Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Transport whether his Department has received recent traffic-monitoring data from Cork County Council, the National Transport Authority or Transport Infrastructure Ireland concerning the R630 between Ballinacurra and the N25 Lakeview Roundabout; if so, the traffic volumes, queue lengths or journey times recorded; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [65128/26]
Question· writtenPQ 267asked
Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 16 September 2026
267. Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Transport whether Transport Infrastructure Ireland received the Road Safety Audit or other road-safety assessment relating to the Ballinacurra to Midleton Pedestrian and Cycle Route which TII identified as potentially necessary during the 2021 Part 8 process; if so, when it was received; whether any issues relating to the N25 Lakeview roundabout were identified; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [65129/26]
Question· writtenPQ 266asked
Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 16 September 2026
266. Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Transport whether Transport Infrastructure Ireland has assessed the compatibility of the Ballinacurra to Midleton Pedestrian and Cycle Route with the N25 Midleton to Youghal Transport Project, given TII's concerns regarding the N25 Lakeview Roundabout and future national-road plans during the 2021 Part 8 process; if so, when the assessment was undertaken; the principal findings; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [65130/26]
Question· writtenPQ 265asked
Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 16 September 2026
265. Deputy Ciarán Ahern asked the Minister for Transport if Irish Rail has received insurance money with respect to Barrow Bridge, counties Wexford and Kilkenny; if so, when works will commence to protect the bridge; the cost breakdown of works carried out on the bridge; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [65135/26]
Question· writtenPQ 264asked
Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 16 September 2026
264. Deputy Pearse Doherty asked the Minister for Transport if Bus Éireann has plans for a wheelchair accessible stop in Donegal town, County Donegal; and the timeframe for this. [65133/26]
Question· writtenPQ 263asked
Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 16 September 2026
263. Deputy Grace Boland asked the Minister for Transport whether the National Transport Authority carried out an assessment of the cumulative impact on passengers at Balbriggan and Skerries of the April 2025 Dublin Commuter Zone fare changes and the further fare increases due in 2027; and whether affordability and the scale of the cumulative increase were considered in determining the 2027 fares. [65118/26]
Question· writtenPQ 262asked
Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 16 September 2026
262. Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Transport if he will engage with Bus Éireann, Cork County Council and Transport Infrastructure Ireland regarding the provision of suitable bus stopping or lay-by facilities at congestion points in East Cork, so that buses can pull clear of the main carriageway when stopping and avoid obstructing traffic; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [65119/26]
Question· writtenPQ 261asked
Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 16 September 2026
261. Deputy Michael Healy-Rae asked the Minister for Transport if funding will be provided for a local link service in County Kerry for the active retired group in the Abbeydorney/Kilflynn area. [65079/26]
Question· writtenPQ 260asked
Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 16 September 2026
260. Deputy Paul Lawless asked the Minister for Transport the reason a number of flight routes were amended from 16 August 2026 resulting in aircraft operating over the village of Lacken, County Mayo; whether these changes are temporary or permanent in nature; which authority approved the amendments; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [65081/26]
Question· writtenPQ 259asked
Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 16 September 2026
259. Deputy Paul Lawless asked the Minister for Transport the number of flights that have crossed over or in the immediate vicinity of Lacken, County Mayo since 16 August 2026; the daily and weekly average number of flights recorded during this period; whether the Irish Aviation Authority has undertaken any monitoring of air traffic movements in the area; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [65083/26]
Question· writtenPQ 258asked
Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 16 September 2026
258. Deputy Paul Lawless asked the Minister for Transport if he is aware of concerns raised by residents of Lacken, County Mayo regarding increased aircraft noise and reports of low-flying aircraft since 16 August 2026; whether any noise impact assessment has been conducted in respect of the area; if the Irish Aviation Authority has received complaints relating to aircraft noise over Lacken; and the measures that can be taken to mitigate the impact on local residents. [65084/26]
Question· writtenPQ 257asked
Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 16 September 2026
257. Deputy Paul Lawless asked the Minister for Transport if he will request Iarnród Éireann and the Railway Safety Commission to carry out an urgent review of the crossing at Kiltybo, Ballyhaunis, County Mayo following the fatal collision between a train and a car at the crossing on 3 September 2026; if he will consider having the existing crossing replaced with a fully automated barrier crossing with appropriate warning systems and safety measures at similar crossings; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [65049/26]
Question· writtenPQ 256asked
Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 16 September 2026
256. Deputy Mairéad Farrell asked the Minister for Transport if his attention has been drawn to the high cost of public transport between Galway and Limerick; there are plans to develop a faster, express bus services between Galway and Limerick for commuters; if work is being carried out to increase the TaxSaver benefits of commuting along this route; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [65076/26]
Question· writtenPQ 255asked
Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 16 September 2026
255. Deputy Eoin Ó Broin asked the Minister for Transport to provide detailed reasoning for the announced increase to public transport fares from January 2027; if any engagement has taken place between the NTA and his Department regarding how increased fares could be avoided; and if the increase will be reviewed. [65045/26]
Question· writtenPQ 254asked
Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 16 September 2026
254. Deputy Mark Wall asked the Minister for Transport to provide an update on a Sunday service for the 883 local link bus in Kildare South. [64987/26]
Question· writtenPQ 253asked
Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 16 September 2026
253. Deputy Mark Wall asked the Minister for Transport to provide an update on the provision of a priority bus lane on the M4. [64986/26]
Question· writtenPQ 252asked
Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 16 September 2026
252. Deputy Pa Daly asked the Minister for Transport his views on correspondence (details supplied); if he is aware of these concerns; the measures he is taking to address this; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [64977/26]
Question· writtenPQ 251asked
Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 16 September 2026
251. Deputy Mark Wall asked the Minister for Transport to provide an update on the provision of a bus lane on the M7/N7 from J2 Kingswood to J4 Rathcoole. [64985/26]
Question· writtenPQ 250asked
Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 16 September 2026
250. Deputy Mark Wall asked the Minister for Transport to provide an update on the provision of new bus routes for Kildare South. [64984/26]
Question· writtenPQ 249asked
Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 16 September 2026
249. Deputy Mark Wall asked the Minister for Transport to provide an update on the enhancement of the 130 bus in Kildare South. [64988/26]
Question· writtenPQ 248asked
Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 16 September 2026
248. Deputy Mark Wall asked the Minister for Transport if he will consider extending the Dublin Commuter Zone to include Athy and Monasterevin so that workers and commuters can avail of more affordable public transport. [64983/26]
Question· writtenPQ 247asked
Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 16 September 2026
247. Deputy Michael Healy-Rae asked the Minister for Transport the reason skilled workers from the Philippines cannot exchange their driving licences (details supplied). [64972/26]
Question· writtenPQ 246asked
Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 16 September 2026
246. Deputy Mattie McGrath asked the Minister for Transport the motor tax status of Ukrainian registered vehicles currently driving in the State; when the temporary exemptions from Motor Tax and NCT for Ukrainian vehicles will be abolished; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [64965/26]
Question· writtenPQ 245asked
Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 16 September 2026
245. Deputy Richard Boyd Barrett asked the Minister for Transport to estimate the cost of eliminating public transport fares for student Leap Card holders and for under-25 Leap Card holders; and the cost of eliminating fares for both together. [64963/26]
Question· writtenPQ 244asked
Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 16 September 2026
244. Deputy Sorca Clarke asked the Minister for Transport his plans to expand parking at Clara train station to meet increased demand. [64935/26]
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