- Policy decisions are affecting the viability and operational framework of the transport sector in Ireland.
- The National Transport Authority (NTA) confirmed nationwide fare increases across Ireland.
NTA Proposes Nationwide Fare Hikes; Cork City Council Calls for Repeal
What happened
The National Transport Authority proposed fare increases across Ireland, including 10% hikes for adult Leap Card prices on city and town buses, and approximately 10% for intercity rail. TFI Local Link fares are set to increase by 15%. Cork City Council called for the proposed increases to be repealed, noting that the new 90-minute fare in Cork city will be maintained.
From corkindependent.com
Why it matters
The fare increases are tied to the government foregoing approximately €2 billion in fuel excise cuts, a decision that transfers the cost burden onto public transport users. This policy is affecting the viability and operational framework of the transport sector in Ireland.
The National Transport Authority confirmed nationwide fare increases across Ireland, impacting the transport sector's operational framework.
From corkindependent.com
Who's involved
- National Transport AuthorityPublic transport licensing agency that proposed the fare increases.
- Cork City CouncilLocal government authority that called for the proposed fare increases to be repealed.
- governmentGoverning body that is foregoing fuel excise revenue cuts.
Who could feel it
Possible knock-on effectsThese are possibilities Brind reasoned out, not predictions, and not advice. Most are not stated in any report.
- National Transport AuthoritySpeculative
The National Transport Authority might see changes in demand for public transport services due to the proposed fare hikes.
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The entities involved
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National Transport Authority
public transport licensing agency for Ireland
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Cork City Council
local government authority for Cork city in Ireland
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