August 2008 – Provision for Public Transport Infrastructure must form part of Local Area Plans

Deputy Aine Brady has urged all the Public Transport providers and Kildare Co Co to ensure that Infrastructure, to assist users of public transport, form a key part of Local Area Plans, as they go on public display later this year.

‘In previous Area Plans, not enough emphasis was placed on Public Transport. In fairness in recent years, Iarnrod Eireann have provided 320 Park and Ride places at Louisa Bridge, an additional 200 at Sallins brining the total to 408 places, 200 additional places at Hazelhatch bringing the total there to 400. In addition, there are plans to have 252 additional places at Kilcock rail station next year.'

‘However, Maynooth or Confey have only seen marginal improvement in their Park and Ride Capacity. The Area Plans now give the local authority, Iarnrod Eireann and Bus Service providers an ideal opportunity to address this deficit.'

‘While I understand that this is a significant challenge, relatively little investment would address many public transport issues. For instance, Buses require Bus Parking Bays, an adequate Turning circle and Bus Stops that can cater for Bus loadings.'

‘In the last year, I have been trying to get a service on the Moyglare Rd in Maynooth and an improved service for Glen Easton Leixlip. However, the lack of Infrastructure, due to poor planning, for dealing with Buses, is limiting what can be provided.'

‘I strongly urge the Council to ensure that it uses the Local Area Plans to address these issues and provide adequate Infrastructure for our Bus and Rail Commuters.' concluded Deputy Brady.

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