233. Deputy Brian Stanley asked the Minister for Transport when the payment to road hauliers who have submitted applications and all supporting documentation required for the road transport support scheme will be made; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [51834/26]

The Road Transporters Support Scheme (RTSS) opened at noon on 20 May 2026 and closed at noon on 12 June 2026. 4,406 applications were submitted to my Department by licensed hauliers, licensed passenger operators, and the own account sector. This is a significant increase on the number of applications received for previous schemes including the Licensed Haulier Emergency Support Scheme and Licensed Haulier Support Scheme, which received approximately 3,000 and 2,800 applications respectively.

The applications are now being assessed against the Scheme eligibility criteria to ensure that payments are only made to eligible businesses in respect of eligible vehicles. This will be finalised as quickly as possible and payments will be made to successful applicants in the coming weeks.