COMHAIRLE CONTAE ÁTHA CLIATH THEAS
SOUTH DUBLIN COUNTY COUNCIL

MEETING OF LUCAN / PALMERSTOWN / NORTH CLONDALKIN AREA COMMITTEE

Tuesday, February 25, 2025

MOTION NO.18

MOTION: Councillor L. O'Toole

That this committee requests the Chief Executive to write to the National Transport Authority (NTA) to consider the introduction of a public bus route from Lucan to Dublin Airport as part of the bus network. Currently, this service is provided solely by private operators, and there are reports that it may be discontinued. Given Lucan's growing population and the significant number of residents potentially employed at the airport and surrounding areas, this route could be both viable and essential. Additionally, a public service would help reduce reliance on expensive taxi fares and the need for residents to depend on family or friends for airport transport both of which contribute to increased congestion on the M50. We request that the NTA explores this option to ensure adequate public transport connectivity between Lucan and Dublin Airport.

REPORT:

 If the motion is passed by the Area Committee, details of same will be forwarded to the NTA, and a copy of the reply will be circulated if received.