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Up to 660,000 cars taken off Irish roads daily by those who walk, wheel or cycle, survey finds

Up to 660,000 cars taken off Irish roads daily by those who walk, wheel or cycle, survey finds

The number of adult residents walking or wheeling at least five times a week ranges from 70 per cent in the Dublin metropolitan area to 45 per cent in the Waterford metropolitan area.

Luas extension to Poolbeg to arrive sooner than expected as NTA advances project

Luas extension to Poolbeg to arrive sooner than expected as NTA advances project

Fine Gael's Dublin spokesperson, James Geoghegan, said he received the confirmation from the National Transport Authority (NTA) through a parliamentary question.

Construction of 14 steps and ramp for Dublin park cost over €750k

Construction of 14 steps and ramp for Dublin park cost over €750k

The Irish Times reported in November that the works had cost a total of €753,500, including VAT.

€7m spent on Luas bridge rebuild after metal girders warped in 1000 degree fire

€7m spent on Luas bridge rebuild after metal girders warped in 1000 degree fire

Explained: Why are taxi drivers protesting?

Explained: Why are taxi drivers protesting?

Record numbers used public transport last year with journeys up almost 11%

Record numbers used public transport last year with journeys up almost 11%

Profits up by 64% at Dublin Bus

Profits up by 64% at Dublin Bus

Blind woman falls after Dublin Bus driver 'refuses to pull closer to kerb'

Blind woman falls after Dublin Bus driver 'refuses to pull closer to kerb'

Wed, 11 Jun, 2025

Dublin Bus has received a number of complaints after a blind woman fell and was injured while disembarking

Irish Rail introduces Dublin fare and zonal adjustments

Irish Rail introduces Dublin fare and zonal adjustments

Mon, 28 Apr, 2025

Adjustments, Irish Rail said, are being introduced as part of the National Transport Authority’s (NTA) latest "fares determination”.

Transport minister to meet with National Transport Authority about ghost buses

Transport minister to meet with National Transport Authority about ghost buses

Fri, 07 Feb, 2025

This comes after complaints from passengers about disappearing services in the greater Dublin area

Two new 24-hour Dublin bus routes launched under latest phase of BusConnects

Two new 24-hour Dublin bus routes launched under latest phase of BusConnects

Sun, 26 Jan, 2025

Routes to be introduced in Phase 6a will serve communities between Dublin Airport, north Dublin, the city centre, south Dublin, Dun Laoghaire, and north Wicklow.

Ireland warned to prepare as ‘most dangerous’ Storm Éowyn approaches

Ireland warned to prepare as ‘most dangerous’ Storm Éowyn approaches

Thu, 23 Jan, 2025

The worst of the storm is expected to hit on Friday morning with winds predicted to reach up to 130kph.

Dublin taxi driver who told passenger 'you look sexy' spared criminal conviction

Dublin taxi driver who told passenger 'you look sexy' spared criminal conviction

Mon, 13 Jan, 2025

Defence counsel said the man came to Ireland in 2005 and has been a taxi driver for 15 years with a completely unblemished record and generally sent his earnings home.

Dublin City Council acted 'beyond its powers' with traffic changes on quays, traders say

Dublin City Council acted 'beyond its powers' with traffic changes on quays, traders say

Tue, 17 Dec, 2024

By way of judicial review, the traders are seeking to challenge traffic changes and restrictions on the use of private vehicles at O'Connell Bridge.

NTA increasing taxi fares will affect night-time economy - Uber

NTA increasing taxi fares will affect night-time economy - Uber

Mon, 02 Dec, 2024

Uber said the increase to taxi fares will disproportionately affect workers in the hospitality, entertainment, and nightlife sectors.

Taxi fare increases come into effect

Taxi fare increases come into effect

Sun, 01 Dec, 2024

Between 2022 and 2024, the cost of operating a taxi rose by roughly nine to 11 per cent

New study proposes Galway light rail system similar to the Luas

New study proposes Galway light rail system similar to the Luas

Thu, 31 Oct, 2024

It has been dubbed 'Gluas' by locals and could cost €1.34 billion or more, but the study believes it could reduce car journeys in Galway city by 10 per cent.

High Court challenge brought over Blanchardstown to city centre BusConnects route

High Court challenge brought over Blanchardstown to city centre BusConnects route

Wed, 16 Oct, 2024

The companies, which have registered offices in Co Monaghan, say the removal of regular traffic will have a “catastrophic” effect on the commercial viability of their site.

E-scooters banned on public transport due to fire safety concerns

E-scooters banned on public transport due to fire safety concerns

Mon, 07 Oct, 2024

The ban includes those that can be folded and carried - but does not apply to e-bikes or mobility scooters.

Taxi fares to increase by 9% from December

Taxi fares to increase by 9% from December

Fri, 20 Sep, 2024

The increase in taxi fares will take effect on December 1st

NTA recommends 9% increase in taxi fares

NTA recommends 9% increase in taxi fares

Thu, 04 Jul, 2024

The NTA has launched a public consultation on the proposed fare increase following its regular two-yearly review of charges in the industry.

Court grants leave for second challenge over BusConnects route

Court grants leave for second challenge over BusConnects route

Mon, 24 Jun, 2024

The case asks the court to overturn An Bord Pleanála’s approval of the 8.3km road project from Blackrock to Dublin City Centre

Court decision throws legality of hotel courtesy cars into doubt, says judge

Court decision throws legality of hotel courtesy cars into doubt, says judge

Mon, 27 May, 2024

The prosecution was brought by the National Transport Authority under Section 46 of the Taxi Regulation Act 2013

NTA criticised over plan to end direct rail services between Wexford and Dublin

NTA criticised over plan to end direct rail services between Wexford and Dublin

Wed, 03 Apr, 2024

Plans to end direct rail services between Wexford and Dublin have been described as contrary to the Government's green agenda

Over 680,000 fewer cars on city roads each day due to walkers and cyclists

Over 680,000 fewer cars on city roads each day due to walkers and cyclists

Tue, 05 Mar, 2024

The National Transport Authority has published the findings of a large-scale survey looking at travel habits around the five largest cities in the State

Survey shows Luas passengers three times more likely to feel unsafe compared to other public transport users

Survey shows Luas passengers three times more likely to feel unsafe compared to other public transport users

Fri, 16 Feb, 2024

Punctuality and reliability were cited as the main reason for commuters being satisfied with all types of public transport modes.

Cycling will become most common way to travel, Eamon Ryan says

Cycling will become most common way to travel, Eamon Ryan says

Wed, 07 Feb, 2024

The Green leader pledged to make cycling feel safe for everyone.

Numbers using public transport hits record high

Numbers using public transport hits record high

Wed, 17 Jan, 2024

Over 308 million journeys were made on public transport last year

New rail timetable adds services to busy routes

New rail timetable adds services to busy routes

Mon, 11 Dec, 2023

The new timetable took effect on Sunday