Calls for central transport authority

A CENTRAL transport authority for Dublin must be set up if the hugely ambitious plans for a major overhaul of public transport in the capital are to be realised, business leaders and politicians said yesterday.

Transport Minister Martin Cullen indicated he planned to set up the Dublin authority but had no further details at the launch in Dublin Castle of Transport 21.

Dublin Chamber of Commerce chief executive Gina Quin said the authority was needed to ensure “joined up thinking” and to make sure the “bold and ambitious” plans were delivered on time and within budget.