516. Deputy Naoise Ó Cearúil asked the Minister for Transport the actions being taken by the National Transport Authority to improve the reliability of the 115 Bus Éireann bus service serving Kilcock, given repeated incidents of cancellations and service disruptions; whether a review of the route's performance is underway; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [57257/26]

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 query raised by the Deputy is an operational matter for Bus Éireann. I have, therefore, referred the Deputy's question to the company for direct reply. Please advise my private office if you do not receive a reply within ten working days.