Question 1

What does the Dublin Transport Authority (Amendment) Bill 2026 do?

Accepted Answer

Extends National Transport Authority's power to build public transport infrastructure projects like BusConnects from Greater Dublin Area to entire State. Amends definition of 'road authority' in 2008 Act to remove geographical limitation, enabling NTA to act as public transport authority nationwide. Provides legislative framework for NTA to construct infrastructure when it deems this more convenient, expeditious, effective or economical than alternatives.

Question 2

What stage is the Dublin Transport Authority (Amendment) Bill 2026 at?

Accepted Answer

As of 21 Oct 2026, the Dublin Transport Authority (Amendment) Bill 2026 is at Report Stage in 34th Dáil. Once a bill passes every stage in both Houses of the Oireachtas and is signed by the President, it becomes law.

Question 3

Who introduced the Dublin Transport Authority (Amendment) Bill 2026?

Accepted Answer

The Dublin Transport Authority (Amendment) Bill 2026 was sponsored by Minister for Transport, and was introduced on 26 May 2026.

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