Budget 2026 may see public transport fare increases or service cuts due to €250m shortfall

Budget 2026 may see public transport fare increases or service cuts due to €250m shortfall

Public transport users face the prospect of higher fares or reduced services in Budget 2026 as the Government grapples with a €250 million funding deficit in state-run transport operations. The shortfall exists in the public service obligation funding for transport services including Bus Éireann, Dublin Bus, and Luas operations. This funding mechanism supports routes that … Read more