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NTA publishes Active Travel Infrastructure Cost Information Booklet
The National Transport Authority (NTA) has published an Active Travel Infrastructure Cost Information Booklet to support local authorities in preparing accurate and reliable cost estimates for active travel grant applications. With the increasing demand for active travel initiatives and infrastructure across the country, precise cost estimation is crucial for the success of grant applications....
Active Travel Scheme connecting Clontarf and City Centre officially opens
The National Transport Authority, in partnership with Dublin City Council, has officially opened the Clontarf to City Centre Active Travel Project. The project features 6 km of cycle route improvements and significant public realm enhancements, making walking and cycling safer, more accessible, and more enjoyable for all. Cycling and Public Realm Enhancements With 2.7...
The National Transport Authority launches Public Consultation on CycleConnects Plan
The National Transport Authority (NTA) has launched a public consultation on the CycleConnects Plan, which aims to improve sustainable travel by expanding Ireland’s cycling network. This plan will create safe, accessible, and convenient cycling routes, connecting more people to more places. The plan includes proposals for cycling links in key cities and towns across counties,...
NTA releases new Infrastructure Equality Guidance for Active Travel schemes
The National Transport Authority (NTA) has released a new Infrastructure Equality Guidance document which aims to promote accessible and equitable infrastructure within active travel schemes across Ireland. The importance of accessible and equitable infrastructure The NTA recognises the importance of funding infrastructure that meets the needs of all members of society and is committed to...
NTA launches Bike Week 2024
Bike Week 2024 Family-friendly activities The National Transport Authority (NTA) is excited to announce Bike Week 2024, taking place from Saturday May 11th to Sunday May 19th. This annual event celebrates the many benefits of cycling with over 900 events scheduled nationwide. From family-friendly activities to heritage cycles, maintenance workshops, and learn-to-cycle events, there is something...
Opening Statement to the Oireachtas Committee of Public Accounts on 2nd May 2024
Cathaoirleach, Committee members, thank you for the invitation to appear before the Committee today to assist you in your examination of the National Transport Authority’s Financial Statements for 2022. As requested by the Committee’s Secretariat we have furnished some information in advance. To assist in answering your questions I am accompanied by three colleagues from...
NTA publishes first-ever survey of walking, wheeling & cycling in Waterford Metropolitan Area
Walking and cycling take 16,000 cars off Waterford Metropolitan Area roads every day, according to Walking and Cycling Index The National Transport Authority has today published the findings of the first-ever survey of walking, wheeling and cycling in Waterford Metropolitan Area, which reveals that 52% of residents walk or wheel (meaning the use of a...
NTA publishes first-ever survey of walking, wheeling & cycling in Galway Metropolitan Area
6 in 10 adults in Galway Metropolitan Area walk or wheel at least five times a week, 1 in 5 cycle at least once a week The National Transport Authority has today published the findings of the first-ever survey of walking, wheeling and cycling in Galway Metropolitan Area, which reveals that 6 in 10 (60%)...
NTA publishes first-ever survey of walking, wheeling & cycling in Limerick Shannon Metropolitan Area
52% of adults in Limerick Shannon Metropolitan Area walk or wheel at least five times a week, 15% cycle at least once a week The National Transport Authority has today published the findings of the first-ever survey of walking, wheeling and cycling in Limerick Shannon Metropolitan Area, which reveals that 52% of residents walk or...