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eSPSV26 Grant Scheme Paused
Due to the record number of applications, the eSPSV26 Grant Scheme is now fully subscribed. NTA has paused the scheme and will review and process the eligible applications received. Following assessment of the initial applications, the scheme may reopen later in the year.
NTA publishes Statement of Strategy 2026-2030, setting out ambitions for next five years
The National Transport Authority (NTA) has today published its Statement of Strategy 2026–2030, setting out its ambitions for the next five years and reaffirming its commitment to delivering high‑quality, sustainable transport for communities across Ireland. Under the previous strategy, the NTA has made significant progress in advancing major public transport and active travel projects. Several...
NTA Approves Updated Local Area Hackney Measures
NTA Approves New Local Area Hackney Measures to Support Rural Transport The Board of the National Transport Authority (NTA) has approved a series of amendments to the Local Area Hackney (LAH) licence regulations and related processes. These revised regulations are designed to enhance rural transport by strengthening community involvement in identifying local transport needs and...
Electric SPSV Grant Scheme 2026
The Department for Transport has announced that the eSPSV26 Grant Scheme will open for applications on Wednesday, 25th February at 10am. €7 million has been allocated for grants this year via the eSPSV26 Grant Scheme, to enable owners of small public service vehicles, such as taxis, hackneys and limousines, to buy electric vehicles. The scheme is...
NTA opens public consultation on policy for pets on public transport
Policy on how pets may travel on public transport The National Transport Authority (NTA) has today launched a public consultation on a proposed consolidated policy for the carriage of pets across the Transport for Ireland (TFI) network, including bus, rail and Luas services. The policy is designed to create a consistent approach across all TFI...
Passenger Journeys up 6% across the TFI Network in 2025
The National Transport Authority (NTA) today announced that 6% more passenger journeys were made across the Transport for Ireland (TFI) network in 2025 when compared to the previous year, reflecting the growing confidence and reliance that people across Ireland are placing in public transport. Strong growth in 2025 patronage The 2025 preliminary figures show a...
Postponement of planned changes to TFI Bus route 450 on Achill
18/02/2026 Postponement of Planned Changes to TFI Bus route 450 The National Transport Authority has decided to postpone the planned changes to TFI route 450 until the end of the current 1-year TFI Anseo Pilot that is underway on Achill. This will allow residents of and visitors to the island more time to familiarise themselves...
You’re such a good‑looking bus service: NTA launches new town bus service for Mullingar
NTA and Minister launch new Mullingar town bus service Minister of State with responsibility for Rural Transport, Jerry Buttimer TD, today joined the National Transport Authority (NTA) and Westmeath County Council to officially launch a new town bus service for Mullingar, significantly enhancing public transport options for the town and surrounding communities. New routes beginning...
Contactless card payments now available on TFI Local Link services in Sligo and Leitrim
The National Transport Authority (NTA) has announced that passengers travelling in Sligo and Leitrim can now pay their fares on TFI Local Link services using contactless card payments. Simplifying payments for rural and regional passengers With the introduction of contactless payments, passengers can now use debit and credit cards or mobile payment options such as...