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Join our team of committed professionals in helping to shape and deliver the future of public transport in Ireland. The National Transport Authority is a fast paced, dynamic, growing organisation. We are currently involved in the implementation of a number of exciting major projects including the BusConnects programme, MetroLink, DART+, new public transport services, as...

SPSV Industry Update Issue 68

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Public Consultation Notice on Data Sharing Agreement between the National Transport Authority and the National Standards Authority of Ireland

Public Consultation Notice on Data Sharing Agreement (DSA) for the sharing of SPSV Licence data between the National Transport Authority and the National Standards Authority of Ireland Published on 14.05.25 The National Transport Authority is intending to enter into a Data Sharing Agreement under the Data Sharing and Governance Act 2019. The proposed agreement, a Data...

Local Area Hackney – New Application – Roundstone Co. Galway

The Local Area Hackney (LAH) is a private hire category of SPSV that was created following the Taxi Regulation Review in 2012. The purpose of the Local Area Hackney is to offer a SPSV service in a rural community where existing transport services do not serve the needs of the community. The LAH can meet...

Smarter Travel Awards 2025 – Winners Announced

The 2025 Smarter Travel Student Awards took place on Thursday, 24th April, at the Lighthouse Cinema in Dublin. This event recognizes the outstanding talent and creativity of students from across Ireland.   260 submissions by 580 students across 17 University & College campuses Partner Campuses of the TFI Smarter Travel Programme from around the country...

Local Area Hackney – New Application- Ballinaclough, Nenagh Town, Dolla, Silvermines, Templederry, Lissenhall and Toomevara Co. Tipperary

The Local Area Hackney (LAH) is a private hire category of SPSV that was created following the Taxi Regulation Review in 2012. The purpose of the Local Area Hackney is to offer a SPSV service in a rural community where existing transport services do not serve the needs of the community. The LAH can meet...

NTA launches Bike Week 2025

Over 600 Activities run from Saturday May 10th to Sunday May 18th The National Transport Authority (NTA) is excited to announce Bike Week 2025, taking place from Saturday May 10th to Sunday May 18th. This annual event celebrates the many benefits of cycling with well over 600 events scheduled nationwide. From family-friendly activities to heritage...

Bus Éireann and the NTA announce enhanced B1 Balbriggan town service including Sundays

A new Sunday service offering 17 trips daily B1 Balbriggan Town service will provide extended hours of operation Monday to Saturday and a new Sunday service offering 17 trips daily. All vehicles on the Balbriggan town service will use fully accessible buses with low floor access. Bus service B1 improvements will come into effect on...

Transport for Ireland and The Office of Public Works announce free entry for Senior Citizens to Heritage sites

Transport for Ireland and The Office of Public Works announce free entry for Senior Citizens to Heritage sites when passengers use TFI Local Link services for month of May. Heritage month Minister “Boxer” Moran announces free entry for Senior Citizens to Heritage sites when they use TFI Local Link services for the month of May...