'We've no intention of rushing BusConnects plan ... the aim is to get it right' 

Submissions on BusConnects Cork show homeowners concerned about the possible loss of parts of their gardens and on-street parking, the risk of devaluation of their homes, worries about the impact of construction on the structural integrity of their homes. Picture: Larry Cummins

The man who oversaw the delivery of BusConnects in the capital has now turned his attention to delivering something similar in Cork.

Despite some initial vocal criticism of the Leeside proposals, the National Transport Authority (NTA) director of transport planning and investment, and its deputy chief executive Hugh Creegan said when it was all boiled down, the choice is simple: do we want to deliver improvements to bus and bike infrastructure, or do we not?