347. Deputy Gillian Toole asked the Minister for Transport when the National Transport Authority will install a bus stop on the R125 (details supplied) in County Meath to enable workers to get to their workplace and persons with disabilities to enjoy their local community amenities and businesses, using public transport. [60113/26]

As Minister for Transport, I have responsibility for policy and overall funding in relation to public transport. The National Transport Authority (NTA) has responsibility for the planning and development of public transport infrastructure, including the provision and management of bus stops nationally.

Noting the NTA's responsibility in the matter, I have referred the Deputy's question to the NTA for a direct reply. Please contact my private office if you do not receive a reply within 10 days.

Pending a more detailed response, in relation to the location, removal or relocation of a bus stop, my Department and the NTA are committed to ensuring that public transport infrastructure is safe, accessible and effective for all passengers, in line with commitments made in the Programme for Government. Decisions regarding the location of bus stops are made following careful considerations of a range of factors such as passenger interchange, safety, accessibility and road alignment, among others.