105. Deputy Alan Farrell asked the Minister for Transport the cost of maintaining the 20% reduction in public transport fares on public service obligation routes until 2030; and the cost of increasing the reduction by 5% to 25% and by 10% to 30%. [43767/24]

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 National Transport Authority (NTA) has responsibility for the regulation of fares charged to passengers in respect of public transport services provided under public service obligation (PSO) contracts.

In light of the NTA's responsibility in this area, I have forwarded the Deputy's question to the Authority for direct reply. Please advise my private office if you do not receive a response within ten working days.