284. Deputy Barry Ward asked the Minister for Transport if he will commit to making all public transport fully accessible to all users, without the need for notice to be given; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1829/25]

As Minister for Transport, I have responsibility for policy and overall funding in relation to public transport.

Under the Dublin Transport Authority Act 2008, the National Transport Authority (NTA) has statutory responsibility for promoting the development of accessible public transport services and infrastructure. The NTA works with the relevant public transport operators, for example Irish Rail, who have responsibility for day to day operational issues, to progressively make public transport accessible.

In light of the NTA's responsibilities, I have forwarded your question to it for direct reply to you. Please advise my private office if you do not receive a response within ten working days.