Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 18 April 2023
264. Deputy Catherine Murphy asked the Minister for Transport if he will set out the mandatory accessibility requirements and or the provisions set in statute in respect of accessibility standards for public transport and public infrastructure projects, to include the planning, design and construction of cycle lanes, bus islands, pedestrian cross walks, pedestrian footpaths and pedestrian shared spaces. [16451/23]
View answerAs Minister for Transport, I have responsibility for policy and overall funding for public transport and active travel. The National Transport Authority (NTA) has statutory responsibility for developing an accessible, integrated and sustainable transport network.
In light of the NTA's responsibilities for progressively making public transport and active travel infrastructure accessible, including in relation to cycle lanes, bus islands, pedestrian cross walks, pedestrian footpaths, and pedestrian shared spaces, I have forwarded your question to the NTA for direct reply to you. Please advise my private office if you do not receive a response within ten working days.
